UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid 1-0 Manchester City- Five Talking Points

Real Madrid players celebrate their win

3.Ronaldo yet to return to full fitness

Ronaldo was not his usual self

The return of Cristiano Ronaldo to the line-up had certainly given hosts the psychological boost, but it appears the Portuguese talisman hasn’t quite returned to fitness. The 31-year old was well below his best and lacked the usual flair that he normally brings going forward.

Starting on his usual right flank, Ronaldo wasn’t quite effective down that wing and was seen running more centrally after Jese Rodriguez was subbed off. Yet, the change in position did not make much of an impact. Although there were a few good chances that came his way, the ex-Manchester United man wasn’t able to kill them off.

Ronaldo wasn’t bad but wasn’t too good either. His performance was a reflection that he’s yet to regain 100% fitness.

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