How to show respect to Ronald? The Everton star robbed Manchester United of points and a goal celebrated as he

Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t score against Everton, but his celebration was provided by one of the Liverpool players. It was reportedly not meant to mock the Portuguese star, but to show respect.

Manchester United must suffer another loss. At Old Trafford, the home fans had to watch a 1-1 draw with Everton, and it can’t be said that it was an undeserved result for the Toffees.

The Red Devils’ performance was bland, uninspiring. Cristiano Ronaldo was missing from the starting lineup, with Edinson Cavani making an appearance. The Portuguese didn’t come on until the second half, 1-0 to the home side.

Just a few minutes after his arrival on the pitch, fans in the stadium and on TV screens could watch his celebration. However, the Everton star’s performance. Just like Ronaldo, Andros Townsend celebrated his goal, equalizing for the final 1:1.

The 30-year-old Englishman is having a great season. He has scored five goals and added three assists in nine competitive matches. Against Manchester United, he gave a great performance and confirmed his good start to the season.

Some social media sites perceived the celebration as a provocation or perhaps disrespect to Ronaldo, but Townsend himself expressed exactly the opposite.

“It wasn’t an imitation or an attempt to emulate him. It was a tribute to a man who influenced my career. I spent many hours on the training field and in the video room analysing his free-kicks and the overall way he approached football. He is one of my idols,” Townsend expressed.

Source: Premier League, Transfermarkt, BT Sport