Andros Townsend explains motive behind 'mimicking' iconic Cristiano Ronaldo celebration
Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw by Everton in their latest Premier League game at Old Trafford.
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Andros Townsend meant nothing but respect to Cristiano Ronaldo when mimicking his iconic 'Siiuuu' celebration.
After his Everton side went 1-0 down at Old Trafford, the former England international rescued a point with a neat finish upon the restart during that Premier League encounter.
Townsend wheeled over to Everton supporters to celebrate and channelled his inner Ronaldo in the process.
It was a move which has been met with question marks from some with Manchester United connections - but the player himself admits it was simply borne out of admiration for the five-time Ballon d'Or winner.
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Since then, the 36-year-old has scored five goals in six appearances - but he was rested by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for this lunchtime meeting with the Toffees, at least from the start.
Anthony Martial opened the scoring and Townsend, ultimately, had the final say in front of his footballing hero.
During a post-match interview, the Everton player said: "It's a mark of respect to a guy who influenced my career. I spent many hours on the training pitch and in the video room trying to analyse his free-kicks and his stepovers and the way he dedicates himself to football.
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