Ronaldo resumes training

–Brazil striker Ronaldo was due back in training on Thursday despite being taken to a clinic late last night complaining of headaches and dizziness.

The 29-year-old, who suffered similar problems before the 1998 World Cup final, was taken to a clinic in Frankfurt for a check-up but was given the all-clear by medical staff.

The Real Madrid player, who looked short of fitness and form in Brazil’s opening match against Croatia on Tuesday, returned to the team’s training camp shortly after midnight and was back in training today.

A statement on the Brazilian football federation’s website said: “Ronaldo complained that he was feeling dizzy on Wednesday and was admitted to a medical clinic for a check-up and further examinations.

“No problems were found and Ronaldo has been passed fit to continue training.”

Brazil coach Carlos Alberto Parreira has insisted he will keep faith in Ronaldo for the next match against Australia and that the player needs the games after missing the last two months of Real Madrid’s season with injury.

Parreira said: “Ronaldo has not been playing for the last two months and has had only two friendlies so it was natural he felt a bit heavy as it was very hot, but I’m sure he will improve as the tournament goes on.

“Ronaldo will start against Australia because he needs to gain pace, and he is a decisive player.”