Ronaldo back for Portugal after ankle operation

LISBON, Oct 3 (Reuters) - Portugal recalled Cristiano Ronaldo to their squad on Friday for this month's World Cup qualifiers against Sweden and Albania. "It is great to be back," the Manchester United winger told the Portuguese Soccer Federation's website (www.fpf.pt). "It is always a great pride representing our country and I work hard and well to contribute to the success of the team," said Ronaldo, just back from ankle surgery. Portugal visit Group One rivals Sweden on Oct. 11 before hosting Albania four days later. Coach Carlos Queiroz will be without defender Ricardo Carvalho and midfielder Simao Sabrosa through injury. Queiroz included Chelsea playmaker Deco in the... [read full story]                    

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