Portugal coach Carlos Queiroz has dismissed criticism of Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo after his red card last week against Almeria.
"> Ronaldo was sent-off after scoring once and also missing a penalty.
"I've worked with him since he was 18 and I know that he suffered a very violent tackle (for his ankle injury) " said Queiroz. "To be judged immature for his red card against Almeria does not seem right "
"It does not seem correct to say that Cristiano has disappointed with Portugal. He is very near the top scorers for national teams this season. And that means something "
"I hope that with ">Real Madrid he wins games and can bring this form to the World Cup."