Cristiano Ronaldo to Manchester United transfer news: Real Madrid star’s injury, Lionel Messi commentsc
Ronaldo used an iPhone camera to check out his facial injury which he incurred after scoring his second goal in Real's 7-1 win
In scoring the goal, Ronaldo received a hefty kick to the head that left him on the floor clutching his face. He left the pitch to receive treatment from the Real doctor.
Speaking after the game, Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane played down any fears about the injury and Ronaldo should be available to play for their Copa del Rey match against Leganes on Wednesday. to Ronaldo: “For me, you are the best player in the world and Messi...”
Coach Zinedine Zidane has since confirmed Ronaldo is fine and needed only “two or three stitches.”The injury happened while he was diving to score his second of the match with his head. Deportivo defender Fabian Schar tried to clear the ball but instead ended up striking Ronaldo’s face with his right boot.Video later released by Real Madrid of the incident showed how serious it could have been for their all-time record goalscorer.