Colombian singer Shakira has defended the antics of Barcelona star Gerard Pique.
Shakira spoke to El Pais about her partner.
On Pique and the recent controversy he has generated (with tweets and comments about Real Madrid) the pop star said: "Gerard is a man with great charisma.
"He lives without fear and is essentially a happy, playful guy.
"There are people that get annoyed by his attitude, but he's just playing. He doesn't have any bad intentions.
"He's a really authentic, fun man."