Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos has defended his ruthless style of play.

The centre-back came under fire for injuring Liverpool's Mohammed Salah in the 2018 Champions League final, which Madrid won 3-1.

He told the Daily Express: “I respect everybody's opinion and it is true that sometimes people misjudge me.

“When I play against a tough rival is the most thrilling thing that can happen to me and something that I look forward to.

“When you have to go against a nice forward player or striker you have this nice duel and of course inside the right context where you don't want to harm anyone, and with the right intention and the right heart.

“It is a game, you go to win and try to defend yourself but always inside you have respect."