RIO DE JANEIRO, Nov. 18 (Xinhua) -- Brazilian star striker Kaka claimed on Tuesday that the upcoming international friendly against Portugal will be a memorable one.

    "It will be a special game for me. Especially for being located in Gama, right where I grew up, the game will be very special for me. It will be exciting for me to return," said Kaka.

Robinho (L) and Kaka of Brazil gesture during a training session in Brasilia Nov. 18, 2008. Kaka claimed on Tuesday that the upcoming international friendly against Portugal will be a memorable one.  (Xinhua/Reuters Photo) Photo Gallery>>>

    Kaka was born and raised in the satellite city of Brasilia, Taguatinga, right next to Gama, the site to stage Wednesday's friendly between Brazil and Portugal.

    Also, Wednesday's match may have impact on the decision of FIFA's choice of Player of the Year as Kaka and Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo are the hottest candidates.

    "I never liked to make comparisons between players," said Kaka, referring to the contest of this year's thrown of the world's best player.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal smiles to fans during a training session in Brasilia Nov. 18, 2008.  (Xinhua/Reuters Photo) Photo Gallery>>>

 

    "I maintain playing my part, but as a whole among the team of Milan, we have not won much respect this year. This adds to my difficulty in being named once again the player of the year," he added.

    In regard to Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka said: "he deserves the award for all the work he has done at Manchester United. He was a key part to all the team's success. Should he be chosen, he fully deserves it."