One-match UEFA ban for Ronaldo

Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo has been banned for one match and fined by UEFA for making a gesture at Benfica fans.

Fri, 03 Feb, 2006 - 15:11

Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo has been banned for one match and fined by UEFA for making a gesture at Benfica fans.

Ronaldo was charged with misconduct following the incident in the Champions League in the Stadium of Light on December 7 when he raised his middle finger to home fans.

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