Hugo Viana Speaks About Ex-Teammate Ronaldo

By Matthew Jones
August 18 2003

Hugo Viana told Christiano Ronaldo about what to expect in England. Viana talks about his chat with Ronaldo, who had a superb debut on Saturday when he came on as a sub for Manchester United against Bolton. He played a key part in two goals.

Newcastle United midfielder Hugo Viana spoke to Cristiano Ronaldo before he came to England about what to expect.

Ronaldo is a former teammate of Viana from Sporting Lisbon, and turned Manchester United's game around when he came on as a sub on Saturday.

Viana said: "I've told him that he has to arrange an English teacher straight away because mastering the language will be vital to him adapting to his new life.

"Pace is essential in his position - and he has it. He also has fantastic technique and crosses well.

"People in Portugal have said he has left there too early but I think the qualities he has mean he will no have problem settling in English football.

"I'm sure he will do very well."

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