Sir Alex in Ronaldo rant

Alex Ferguson fears Cristiano Ronaldo may fall victim to football’s hatchet men. And the Manchester United boss believes opposition crowds are turning refs against his winger. Ferguson said: “I am worried too many defenders are pursuing a policy of stopping Ronaldo by fair means or foul. Some of the tackles on him have been ridiculous this season. I don’t mean defenders should let him through, but I do expect refs to protect him more. I expect opposition fans to boo our man but I don’t expect refs to be influenced by the hostility. Special players like Ronaldo, whom fans want to see play, need to be encouraged rather than kicked out of the game.”
Ben Kinsella, The Sun