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Ancelotti hails Real Madrid's "extraordinary seriousness" for victory over Ludogorets

Real Madrid eased to a 4-0 win over Champions League opponents Ludogorets.

Cristiano Ronaldo surpassed Raul's Champions League goals haul to complete a flawless Group B campaign.

Ronaldo notched his 72nd Champions League strike to overtake Real stalwart Raul's previous competition record, recently eclipsed by Barcelona forward Lionel Messi.

Brazilian defender Marcelinho's red card for handball gifted Ronaldo the opener from the penalty spot, with Gareth Bale, Alvaro Arbeloa and Alvaro Medran also on target.

Real coach Carlo Ancelotti said: "It is a result we have achieved with extraordinary seriousness and an incredible amount of professionalism. It is not easy preparing for each game with the same levels of motivation and eagerness that these players are showing. I know that I have an extraordinary group of players."

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