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Cristiano Ronaldo has been credited with paving the way for Portuguese footballers to thrive in the Premier League.
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Vinagre who now plays for Hull, claimed that Ronaldo had the biggest impact on his career.
Vinagre talks up Ronaldo's influence
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“I grew up watching Ronaldo at Manchester (United) and I thought I’d love to play in England. When Wolves provided the opportunity of course I wanted to go there and prove myself,” Vinagre said (via The Yorkshire Post).
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“Ronaldo opened up English football for Portuguese players. Now there are a lot of Portuguese players in the Premier League and the Championship.”
During Ronaldo's six-year tenure with the Red Devils, he established himself as one of the best Premier League players.
The 38-year-old scored 118 goals in 292 appearances, winning nine major trophies, including the highest personal honour — the Ballon d'Or in 2008.
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