Robinho headed home a cross from Marcelo before rushing across to Ruiz and later explained: "Yes, I did that because Manuel is always telling me how good I am with the ball at my feet, but I need to improve my heading! I celebrated the goal with him because we've been working very hard to improve this aspect of my game.

"It was a great cross from Marcelo. I combine well with him on the left. He's young and knows he has a lot to improve, just like me."

Robinho finished the game with two goals and he added: "I'm very happy with the way I'm playing. I'm here to make my dreams come true - to win trophies with Real Madrid."

He also said: "When I see Ronaldinho once we all join up for the Brazil games, I'm going to remind him it is Real Madrid that are leaders!"