Ronaldo: Confidence is high

17/03/2007 15:15, Report by Ben Hibbs

Ronaldo: Confidence is high

Cristiano Ronaldo is likely to have a significant say in whether the Premiership trophy returns to Old Trafford this season after another commanding display in the 4-1 win over Bolton.

The 22-year-old was at the heart of almost every United attack in a blistering first 45 minutes, which saw the Portuguese winger play a part in three of the Reds’ goals, leaving Bolton stumped as to how to stop him.

Ronaldo admits he is in a rich vein of form as the season enters its critical stage, but he attributes his scintillating displays in part to the contribution of the players around him.

“My confidence is high, I’m in good form and I’m enjoying every game,” he told MUTV. “But when the team is winning it is easier to play, everyone feels good and wants to perform. That’s a big reason why I am playing the way I am.

“When you play with great players it is easy. I am enjoying playing with Giggsy, Scholesy, Wayne, Gaby, everyone. The team feels good and every player feels confident when we go out on the pitch.”

The potency of United’s counter-attacking play took full advantage of an off-colour Bolton side, with Ronaldo acknowledging that the first half display proved decisive.

“We finisged the game in the first half. It was a great performance and we scored some good goals. There are eight matches left and they will all be tough, but confidence is high and we just have to keep going.”