Ron defends goal antics

Real Madrid striker Ronaldo has defended his 'cockroach' style celebrations.

Piterman labelled Ronaldo, Roberto Carlos and Robinho 'circus clowns' for their celebrations after each Ronaldo goal in the 3-0 win at the weekend.

However, the former Internazionale and Barcelona man has stated the stunts were light-hearted and that a man of Piterman's stature should not be criticising them.

"I want to make it clear that it was just a bit of nonsense between friends and we never wanted to offend anyone or insult the opposition fans," Ronaldo told Cadena Ser.

"He [Piterman] is entitled to his opinion, but I don't think what I did was that bad. I only concentrate on my job which is to play, score goals and celebrate them.

"He didn't like it, but he's hardly the ideal person to start criticising and calling me, Roberto and Robinho clowns.

"The idea came from two friends who dared me to do it if I scored. I told them that if I did it they would have to dine out with me at a restaurant dressed up as women. I've fulfilled my part of the bargain and now they have to fulfil theirs."