10 lesser-known quotes on Cristiano Ronaldo

#6 Yaya Toure

Yaya Toure tackling Ronaldo during the Champions League semi-finals

With Ronaldo in your team, you become the best midfielder automatically.

There's no better praise than the one that comes from your direct rivals. Yaya Toure perfectly underlines Cristiano Ronaldo's qualities as a team player. It is no surprise to see Real Madrid underperforming in his absence.

Although Ronaldo deserves a worthy credit for his immaculate finishing skills, he also inspires a certain confidence in his teammates with his style of play. As Zidane puts it, 'With Ronaldo on your team, you are already 1-0 up.'

It is no secret that the duo is counted amongst the best players of their age. Also, it is no secret that the legend has a wondrous vision and is equally capable of creating chances for his teammates. Well said, Yaya!