Cristiano Ronaldo speaks publicly about rape allegation

Juventus striker and his lawyers insist ‘truth will come first’

Juventus striker Cristiano Ronaldo is the captain of the Portugal national team
Juventus striker Cristiano Ronaldo is the captain of the Portugal national team
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Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo will make a hero’s return to Manchester United tonight, but allegations surrounding his off-field life have overshadowed the build-up to the Champions League encounter at Old Trafford.

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