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'They are trying to destroy my brother' - Ronaldo's sister calls for 'justice' after red card

The sister of Cristiano Ronaldo has launched a furious attack on her brother's critics following Wednesday's red card, accusing them of trying to destroy him while promising that justice will be served.

Ronaldo's European bow in Juventus colours turned into a nightmare against Valencia when he received his marching orders after just 29 minutes.

The striker was sanctioned for grabbing Jeison Murillo's hair while the Colombian defender was on the floor, having previously fallen after a clash with Cristiano.

Cristiano was left visibly distressed by the red card, his first in the Champions League, at first collapsing into a heap on the floor before leaving the Mestalla pitch in tears.