The former Portugal striker has backed his fellow countryman to clinch a record-equalling fifth prize, drawing him level with Barcelona's Lionel Messi
There is no doubt that Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo will retain the Ballon d'Or ahead of Lionel Messi, according to former team-mate Hugo Almeida.
It was another memorable season for four-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo, who helped Madrid to La Liga and Champions League glory.
Ronaldo scored 42 goals in all competitions – 25 coming in La Liga as Madrid were crowned champions of Spain for the first time since 2012 after dethroning Barcelona.