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Isaac Johnson

Ralf Rangnick delivers highest praise for Cristiano Ronaldo after latest FIFA award

Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick has described Cristiano Ronaldo as a “top professional” after the superstar added another personal accolade to his huge haul.

The 36-year-old was bestowed a special achievement award at The Best FIFA ceremony on Monday for breaking the international men’s goalscoring record.

His double for Portugal against the Republic of Ireland in September’s World Cup qualifier saw him surpass Ali Daei’s Iran record of 109 goals and has since increased his tally to 115.

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