One of Brazil's all time legends of the World Cup, Ronaldo – have led his country to glory in 1994 as a younger and once again in 2002 – has admitted that there are mistakes made in Brazil the preparations to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
While the support the validity of protests against the country's hosting of the World Cup, he frowned on the violent approach to some of the protesters.
Speak with ESPN, he said: "I think we must separate the fake demonstrators who cause real damage of the protesters. In my opinion, Yes, the police must act violently against them and they should be wiped off the streets.
"But I support the peaceful protests, they have to be done in a peaceful manner. Brazilians are tired of hearing that Brazil is the country of the future.
' That one day we can a developed country is exactly what the country wants and must now; This is the future that we wish for our country. We want to feel all of us this great progress. "
While the political problems associated with the tournament remain difficult to ignore, was Ronaldo de Lima also like to talk about Brazil's chances of winning the tournament.
"I think that today Brazil is entering the World Cup with a lot more confidence than we had when we the World Cup in 2002. I think we have the team for 2014 is really strong, we have a balanced team full of talents.
"Neymar is a fantastic child, so talented. He is our great hope for the future.
"Another thing is that we play at home, this really makes me wish I was a few years younger and 45 pounds lighter. This is one in a life time opportunity, playing at home for our fans.
"We saw the atmosphere during the Confederations Cup, it was so beautiful. However, We know that Brazilian fans are so demanding, supported the Selecao because all the players played well.
"If Brazil does not deliver, then they can start with that the booing. It will very quickly start especially in the big cities.
However, in my opinion I think that the team is in a good shape and have a great chance to be world champion again. "
It is believed that success on the pitch for the Brazilian team drawing attention away from the problems in the country could turn it off.
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