Cristiano Ronaldo: Zinedine Zidane is key to Real Madrid’s season
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Published 05/09/2016 at 11:47 GMT
Cristiano Ronaldo has praised Zinedine Zidane’s ability to bring a sense of “calm” to the Bernabeu, and insists the Frenchman is key to Real Madrid’s hopes this season.
Cristiano Ronaldo en discussions avec Zinédine Zidane lors de la finale de la Ligue des champions 2015/2016 face à l'Atlético de Madrid à Milan
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Zidane replaced Rafa Benitez at the start of January and guided the Spanish giants to their 11th European success, courtesy of a penalty shootout victory over arch rivals Atletico Madrid in the final.
Ronaldo notched 51 goals in all competitions last term and has lauded Zidane’s impact since he took over at the helm.
"Zidane was the key to our season," he said.
"He came, made us work hard, work well. He's a great professional and a great person.
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Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with coach Zinedine Zidane after winning the penalty shootout and the UEFA Champions League Final
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"In my opinion, his best quality is his ability to give players a sense of calm. What coach can win the Champions League in six months?
"Zidane deserves much credit and I am very happy he is with us."
Ronaldo continued his success from his club side in the summer when he led Portugal to Euro 2016 glory, and he hopes that form will continue now he is back with Real.
"Playing for the best club in the world, Real Madrid, the goal is always to win titles," Ronaldo said.
"Obviously, the Champions League is the trophy that means more for Real Madrid, who have won it more than anyone else and it is always a major competition.
"It is special for me and for Madrid, so we will try to win it again this year."
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