Russia boss Fabio Capello believes that Cristiano Ronaldo deserves to lift the Ballon d’Or trophy this year.
The Real Madrid forward is in the running for the annual FIFA prize, alongside Lionel Messi and Franck Ribery.
But the Italian tactician has insisted that the Portugal international is worthy of the award.
“If anyone deserves the Ballon d’Or, it’s Cristiano Ronaldo,” he told Onda Cero.
“He’s putting in impressive displays for Real Madrid and Portugal. What he did in the play-off against Sweden was spectacular.
“Scoring four goals and taking your country to the World Cup are things that you have to value when you cast your votes.”
