Papers: Ron in the mood

19/10/2006 07:38, Report by Gemma Thompson



Ronaldo: Let's Rock The Kop
Cristiano Ronaldo is ready to knock Liverpool out of the Premiership title race. Leaders Manchester United face their 11th-placed rivals at Old Trafford on Sunday and Ronaldo said: "We can put an even bigger gap between us and Liverpool in the title race. Liverpool is such a massive game for us. It is always a fantastic game for both the players and the supporters. In a game between such big rivals you never really know what the outcome is going to be. But we all know that Sunday’s game is extra special this time, not just because of the rivalry between the clubs."

Neil Custis, The Sun

Ronaldo also believes his football has made supporters forget his World Cup antics.

Meanwhile, Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has warned United that his side's Champions League defeat of Bordeaux was just the boost Liverpool need ahead of Sunday's big Premiership showdown. "It's important to go to Manchester United with more confidence," insisted the Liverpool boss. "It's important to see Steve Gerrard fit for the weekend."

Former Reds' midfielder Kleberson slams Sir Alex Ferguson in The Sun and vows to put in a dazzling performance for Besiktas when they face Tottenham in the UEFA Cup on Thursday evening. The Brazilian said: “To play against an English team is a special incentive for me. I suffered a bad experience at Manchester United and these matches can help me show my quality."