PSG ace Neymar has leapt to the defence of Manchester United winger Antony after his showboating against Sheriff.

Antony was branded a "clown" by United great Paul Scholes for his tricks in the Europa League win against FC Sheriff.

He was subbed off at half-time with United manager Erik ten Hag commenting after the game that he would "correct" the ace.

The United star bit back, posting a picture on his Instagram story alongside the words, "We are known for our art and I will not stop doing what has brought me to where I am!".

Brazil captain Neymar, who himself has been criticised for showboating and even once shown a yellow card for "embarrassing" opposition players, has revealed his support for his national teammate's latest act.

Neymar's caption alongside a video of Antony's carousel move was captioned: "Keep it up, don't change anything! Go for it boy! Boldness and joy."

He follows Man United midfielder and fellow Brazilian Fred who also backed Antony, telling ESPN: "It's very annoying that they want to say that.

"I think it starts with us being Brazilians. Brazilians have quality in their blood. It's always been that way since Pele, to have quality, to dribble, to score, to dance, to smile.

"So I think people have to understand this aspect that we have. So it wasn't offensive to anyone what he did."