Ronaldo: I'm positive, I'm upbeat for Japan

Ronaldo insists he's up for Brazil's clash tonight against Japan.
 
The Brazil striker was heavily criticised for dismal showings in the first two Group F games against Croatia and Australia.

But the Real Madrid ace, 29, said: "I'm very upbeat for this match."

"I feel very good physically and I know I'll play even better against Japan."

Ronaldo has been blasted for looking overweight last season. But the former Barcelona star vows he is working hard to get back into shape.

He has been taking part in individual training sessions as well as regular practices with the rest of the Brazil squad.

Ronaldo revealed: "I've been practising hard and I'm certain the results will show against Japan."

"I haven't scored in two matches. Hopefully I will in this one."

Brazil coach Carlos Alberto Parreira is set to rest some first-choice players against Japan in Dortmund.

But Parreira insists Ronaldo will stay in the line-up so he can continue to 'gain rhythm'.