Cristiano Ronaldo scored Real Madrid's first goal against Liverpool on Wednesday night, and afterwards tipped his side to become the first in history to retain the Champions League. Carlo Ancelotti's side overcame Liverpool with ruthless efficiency, and World Player of the Year Ronaldo moved one goal away from equalling Raul's all-time Champions League goalscoring record. Speaking to Sky Sports, Ronaldo admitted: 'I'm not worried, I'm going to beat his record... whether now or another night. Lionel Messi is close too. Cristiano Ronaldo (left) celebrates after scoring for Real Madrid at Anfield on Wednesday night Ronaldo celebrates his goal in front of the Liverpool fans - the strike takes him within one of Raul's record
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Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal at Anfield on Wednesday night
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The strike took him within one goal of Raul's Champions League record
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Ronaldo insisted he will beat the record, but is not worried about when
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The Real Madrid man also backed his side to become the first in history to retain the Champions League
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