Ronaldo has been named in the Real Madrid squad for
Saturday's league match against Espanyol after a month out with a calf strain.
The Brazil striker last played in Real's 0-0 draw against Villarreal on January
8. He limped off after 33 minutes when he suffered a recurrence of a calf injury.
He has had a difficult season with Real, missing all six of their Champions
League matches because of injury and suspension, and struggling for fitness
after ligament damage to his ankle.
Spain defender Michel Salgado is also included in the squad after three weeks
out with a similar injury as is England captain David Beckham, who suffered a
minor scare on Thursday when he went over on his right ankle after a challenge
from Roberto Carlos.
Center backs Sergio Ramos and Franciso Pavon have been rested while Jonathan
Woodgate has retained his place in the squad after returning to action in last
week's 2-1 victory at Celta Vigo.
Real are third in the Primera Liga, 13 points adrift of leaders Barcelona.
Espanyol are in 13th spot, six points above the relegation zone.