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Zidane the key behind for Real Madrid's success - Ronaldo

The Frenchman lifted the Champions League in his first season as coach, winning the acclaim of the Ballon d'Or holder

Cristiano Ronaldo has highlighted Zinedine Zidane's role in Real Madrid's recent success and has stressed the Frenchman "changed everything" after taking charge 12 months ago.

Zidane replaced Rafael Benitez as head coach at the Santiago Bernabeu last January and guided the club to Champions League glory in his first season.

Madrid's fine form has continued in 2016-17 as they went on a 40-game unbeaten run in all competitions before they were beaten by Sevilla and Ronaldo believes Zidane deserves all the credit for their sublime performances.