RONALDO SAYS THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT

Last updated : 21 August 2005 By Ed

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"I have improved in the two years I've been here and I'm hoping to play even better.

"But I don't feel any additional pressure at all when I hear the manager talking me up, saying big things about me. Not at all.

"To remain unbeaten is obviously our aim but the most important thing is to make sure we are consistent throughout the campaign.

"We know that to have any chance of winning the title we need to get off to a good start and make sure we finish strongly as well. And it's important to maintain a good standard throughout the season. Not just against our title rivals but the smaller clubs, too.

"Our results against those teams last season were very disappointing and we know they must improve if we are to have any realistic chance."