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Cristiano Ronaldo tight-lipped on deliberate booking claim
Cristiano Ronaldo refused to comment on claims he got booked on purpose to ensure his availability for next month's World Cup qualification playoffs.Oct 12, 13:00
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo: 'Not a drama to be in playoffs'
Cristiano Ronaldo admits that Portugal will have to qualify for the 2014 World Cup via the playoffs.Oct 12, 07:58
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