Real Madrid manager Rafa Benitez believes he still has the support of his players and says there is no conflict with Cristiano Ronaldo.

Benitez thanked Real president Florentino Perez for his vote of confidence on Monday, which followed a 4-0 home defeat by Barcelona.

"I am absolutely confident that players still trust me," said the 55-year-old.

On reported tension with Ronaldo, he added: "This is not true. Cristiano is an important player to our team."

Real have lost their last two games - 3-2 to Sevilla and the El Clasico defeat on Saturday - but Benitez was adamant he would not lose his job despite rumours suggesting otherwise when Perez called a news conference on Monday.

"In this situation all I can do is to concentrate on what I can do well," said Benitez, who succeeded Carlo Ancelotti in the summer.

"I have been in football for many years and perfectly understand that two defeats cannot result in firing."

Group A leaders Real travel to Ukraine to face Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday having already qualified for the knockout stage of the Champions League.

Defenders Sergio Ramos (shoulder) and Marcelo (groin) will miss the match.

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Possible outcome from this game is a full time draw.....

can't wait to watch Chris smalling minister of defence in action

can't wait to watch Chris smalling minister of defence in action for man utd

Just 4 U (JAMES RODRIGUEZ) Benitez take note

Up Madrid

Up benzema!! Anything less than 4-0 is unacceptable

Ok

Chosen1984:
Up benzema!! Anything less than 4-0 is unacceptable

exactly. i hope Cr7 gets a hatrick

Hala madrhd

Hala madrid

Go, go, go los blancos. Let's find them up

Just saw the Ronaldo documentary.
CR7 should impress here
Real Madrid having 2 loses back to back ain't good
Hala Madrid

Just saw the Ronaldo documentary.
CR7 should impress here
Real Madrid having 2 loses back to back ain't good
Hala Madrid

Benitez pls don't live casemiro on the bentch that guy is a utility and a strong player.Hala madrid

Can R.Madrid bounce back after their 4-0 defeat to Barcelona

Vanquay:
Twice Raped Thrice Shy ...If they win make them castrate STFUareyouGOD 'S balls

you no well

Vanquay:
Egbon, Na joke oh ...Na sure Banker, even Sango no fit make them win, if them win I swear I go buy cartons of Condoms share for Brothels

don't waste your money. Madrid go win. E sure like tomorrow sure to be Thursday

GAME ON!

Madrid go win this one hands down!! bet9ja must pay today oo..

Madrid!

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