Cristiano Ronaldo of Juventus
Cristiano Ronaldo of Juventus

Cristiano Ronaldo: Juventus star charged by UEFA for goal celebration against Atletico Madrid


Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has been charged by UEFA with improper conduct for his goal celebration during their Champions League comeback win over Atletico Madrid.

The Portugal international was seen gesturing towards fans - mimicking Diego Simeone from the first leg after which the Atletico manager was fined £17,000 for an "obscene" celebration.

It came after Ronaldo converted a late penalty for his hat-trick and a 3-0 victory which sent the Serie A side through on aggregate.

"Disciplinary proceedings have been opened following the UEFA Champions League round of 16 match between Juventus Football Club and Club Atletico de Madrid, played on March 12 in Italy," said a UEFA statement.

"Charges against Juventus Football Club: Improper conduct of player Cristiano Ronaldo."

The case will be by the UEFA control, ethics and disciplinary body on Thursday.

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