Allow Instagram Content? This article includes content provided by Instagram. We ask for your permission before anything is uploaded, as they may use cookies and other technologies. To view this content, click “Allow and Continue”. Eyewitnesses said the 37-year-old had hit a fan’s phone by the hands and broken it on the ground. Ronaldo took to Instagram to apologize for the incident. “It is never easy to face emotions in difficult times like the one we are facing,” said Ronaldo. “Nevertheless, we must always have respect, patience and set an example for all young people who love beautiful play. “I would like to apologize for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this fan to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of good fighting and athleticism.” The club said they were looking into the incident, in a defeat that left United seventh in the Premier League and more likely to lose next season’s Champions League qualifier, as they are six points behind fourth-placed Tottenham. .