Portugal ace Ronaldo fit for Russia tie

Portugal ace Ronaldo fit for Russia tie

Portugal’s star striker Cristiano Ronaldo is set to shrug off a weekend shoulder injury sustained playing for Real Madrid in time for Friday’s World Cup qualifier with Russia, the Portuguese team doctor said on Monday.

“We think we can get him fit in time for the Russia match,” said Dr Henrique Jones.

Ronaldo suffered a sprain during Real’s 2-2 draw with Barcelona on Sunday. —u00a0

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