Sergio Ramos claims Ronaldo will be tough against Spain in Russia

- Sergio Ramos hopes Cristiano Ronaldo will not be fit to face Spain at the World Cup

-Spain and Portugal will meet on Friday night in their Group B opener in Russia

- Ramos stated clearly that Cristiano Ronaldo will be dangerous for him and his Spanish teammates

Spain international Sergio Ramos has admitted that his teammate at Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo will be dangerous for his national team at the Russia 2018 World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to lead Portugal against Spain in Sochi on Friday night against Spain in the Group B opener in Russia.

Ramos said he preferred to be playing alongside Ronaldo rather than against the star forward but he is simply hoping the 33-year-old is not at his best at the Fisht Olympic Stadium.

"I'd rather have him on my team than against me. We know how dangerous he can be.

"He ended the season in outstanding shape. He's a constant threat.

"Not only Ronaldo but the Portugal squad are very talented. There are many players who can hurt you quickly, a lot of skill and safe in their defensive formation.

"We will see a match for all sports lovers. It will be beautiful. I hope Cristiano doesn't play his best match,'' Sergio Ramos said in a news conference according to Sportskeeda.

The last time Spain and Portugal met was at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, and David Villa scored the only goal that sent the Spanish team to the quarter final.

Earlier, insideupdate had reported how European champions Portugal will face 2010 World champions Spain in the Group B opener at the 2018 FIFA World Cup tournament which began on Thursday, June 14.

The encounter between these two teams is expected to be tough considering their pedigrees and the players they will parade on the pitch.