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James Rodriguez Slammed by Eamon Dunphy After Cristiano Ronaldo Concession

Opinionated football pundit Eamon Dunphy has conceded he was wrong to criticise Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo but is unsure what his team-mate James Rodriguez brings to the table.

Dunphy is renowned for his brash views and was a member of RTE’s coverage team for Los Blancos’ 2-0 win over Roma on Wednesday. In typical style, the former Republic of Ireland international had some harsh words for underperforming stars, with Rodriguez the main subject of his ire.

“James cost €80 million after playing outstandingly well in the World Cup for Colombia,” he said, per RTE’s website.