Ronaldo, 34, played for both sides of the El Clasico divide and believes that, being a Real Madrid supporter himself, the capital club can end the Catalan side’s dominance this season.
“I’m a Merengue and I really like the way Madrid are playing, but you can’t ignore Barcelona, who have a fantastic team,” the striker stated in his interview with FIFA.com.
“They may not be the most spectacular, but they make everything look so simple. Every single player in every area of the side knows what they have to do at any given time.
“Then you’ve got their ability to keep hold of the ball and the way they patiently work their way towards the opposition goal.
“The great job that Guardiola has done shines through; they’re one of the best teams I’ve seen in my 35 years on the planet.
“It hurts to say that, since I’m a Madridista, but I still think we can pip them to some titles this year.”
Real Madrid lie four points ahead of Barcelona in the current La Liga standings, whilst both sides are still very much in contention for the Champions League crown.
