James Rodriguez on 'Modest and Excellent' Cristiano, That Moment with David Luiz

James Rodriguez has described Cristiano Ronaldo as both "modest and excellent" in an interview with FIFA.

The Colombian, now Ronaldo's team-mate at Real Madrid, offered a perspective of the Portugal forward that many don't see:

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Cristiano is excellent, both on and off the pitch. He’s 'a ten out of ten'. For me, he deserved his Ballon d’Or victory for what he’s achieved. He’s an excellent player and an excellent person. And he’s very modest. 

We have a very good relationship. Out on the pitch, everyone knows how valuable he is, but it’s impressive to watch how he trains and works off the pitch. That’s where you see the real Cristiano, and you understand why he is where he is.

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The video can be found here.

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James, in many ways the 2014 World Cup's biggest star, made the quarter-finals before Colombia suffered a 2-1 defeat to hosts Brazil.

He watched some scenes from the match as part of the interview, including one with the infamous giant bug that was on his shoulder when he scored for Colombia and the tearful moments when David Luiz consoled him at full time.

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Asked what Luiz said to him, Rodriguez explained: "David Luiz wished me luck, and told me to be strong because I had an excellent tournament. He told me I am 'an ace,' that was it."

[FIFA]