The outcome of Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo's improper conduct charge will be determined by a Football Association hearing, it has been confirmed.
The 37-year-old is reported to have responded to the FA's charge of breaching rule E3, which relates to improper and/or violent conduct. It relates to an incident which occurred following United's 1-0 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park back in April earlier this year.
Ronaldo, who scored in the Reds' 2-1 win over Everton on Sunday evening, marking the 700th goal of his club career, was filmed appearing to knock a phone out of an Everton supporter's hand as he made his way back to the away dressing room following the full-time whistle. The incident was immediately reported to Merseyside Police and the striker was cautioned in August.
