Cristiano Ronaldo: "The movement that is visible in the frame expresses strength and victory. We are used to it in Europe"

Al Nasr forward Cristiano Ronaldo has commented on the gesture he showed to Al Shabab fans.

Cristiano Ronaldo. Photo: Getty Images

According to the Arriyadiyah portal, Ronaldo, explaining his behaviour to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation Disciplinary Committee, said the following:

"I respect all clubs. The movement seen in the footage expresses strength and victory. This gesture is not disgraceful, we are used to it in Europe".

Recall, earlier it was reported that the FFSA disqualified the star footballer for 1 match. Also Ronaldo has to pay a fine, the total amount of which is approximately 7 thousand euros (this includes the cost of filing a complaint by the opponent - note).