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Ronaldo hails Saudi league
Cristiano Ronaldo believes the Saudi Pro League could become one of the top five competitions in the world.
Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in January and his profile has elevated the division to new heights.
The Portuguese icon has experience in three of the top five leagues in Europe, playing in the Premier League, LaLiga and Serie A during his career.
And the ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid star believes the quality of the Saudi competition can hit similar heights in the coming years.
He said: “We are much better and the Saudi league is getting better and the next year will be even better.
“Step-by-step I think this league will be among the top five leagues in the world but they need time, players and infrastructure.
“But I believe that this country has amazing potential, they have amazing people and the league will be great in my opinion.”
Jose slams Juve punishment
Jose Mourinho is furious with the timing of Juventus’ fresh points deduction.
The Roma boss has slammed the decision to dock the Old Lady 10 points with just two Serie A games to play, claiming it is unfair on all parties.
He said: “It’s a joke to know this with two games remaining, for us and everyone, even for Juventus.
“Our approach would have been different if we had known before the games with Monza and Bologna.
“I am sorry for [Max] Allegri and his players, but at the league level, I have to say that it changes things a little.
“I am sorry for professionals who work like me because they pay for errors that directors and maybe the club did.”
Italian excellence
Brighton chief executive Paul Barber has hailed Roberto De Zerbi after the Seagulls secured European football for the first time.
The Italian head coach took over from Graham Potter in September and has won plaudits for his attacking style of play.
Barber said: “He is incredibly hard-working, a really decent man, who is a good communicator and great motivator.
“He has such attention to detail, works long hours and is always out on the training field. The players absolutely love him.
“His type of football has converted neutrals to become Brighton fans and we have certainly enjoyed it. We hope we will be working with him for some time to come.
“But we have to be realistic. The better we play, the more interest there is in us and in our people so we have to plan for that and be ready for it.”
