Benitez Backs Ronaldo to Re- discover scoring form

Rafa Benitez is adamant Cristiano Ronaldo will soon be
back among the goalscorers for Real Madrid in La Liga
Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez is confident that Cristiano
Ronaldo will soon get back to his goalscoring best in La Liga.

The Portugal international netted five times in the 6-0 win over
Espanyol, but has failed to find the net in each of Madrid's other
four league games this term.

Benitez sees no reason for concern, though, and has stressed
that Ronaldo remains a key figure for the Santiago Bernabeu
side.

"It is not like I expect Ronaldo to score a certain number of
goals. We have not set a target for him. But I know he will score
a lot of goals," Benitez said.

"Ronaldo has a higher goal-to-games ration than any other
player. That is why he is a key figure for us."

Madrid were without Sergio Ramos in their midweek 2-1 win
over Athletic Bilbao due to injury, while Pepe picked up a knock
versus the Basque side, and both players are doubtful for
Saturday's home fixture against Malaga.

"The injuries condition us somewhat but the balance remains a
positive one," Benitez added.

"Sergio Ramos continues to progress well and we are assessing
whether it is worth risking Pepe.

"Ahead of Malaga we have to stay focused. It was difficult
against Granada last week and it will be the same for Saturday's
game.

"We must continue to work hard so that we are able to compete
for every title come the end of the season.

"We are doing well, but we are only at the start. We must lay the
foundations for the team to finish strongly."