Cristiano Ronaldo has issued a statement on Instagram after an incident in the immediate aftermath of Everton's 1-0 win against Manchester United.
Video footage circulating on social media appeared to show the Red Devils star knock an object - seemingly a mobile phone - out of the hands of a fan as his defeated team left the pitch at full time earlier this afternoon.
Taking to Instagram this evening in an apparent message over what happened, the Portugal international wrote: "It’s never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing. Nevertheless, we always have to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game. I would like to apologize for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of fair-play and sportsmanship."
