Camera Captures Man United Star Celebrating Ronaldo's Penalty Before it is Taken During Brentford Win

• Cristiano Ronaldo starred on Monday night as Manchester United embarrassed Brentford at Old Trafford
• Ronaldo got his name on the scoresheet in the second half of the match after he successfully converted a penalty
• A video of Anthony Elanga celebrating even before the 37-year-old squared the spot-kick has become a talking point online
• Raphael Varane and Bruno Fernandes were the other scorers during the thrilling encounter, with the duo scoring in either half of the tie

A video of Anthony Elanga celebrating before Cristiano Ronaldo took a penalty against Brentford on Monday night, May 2, has surfaced.

United were in good shape during the final home fixture of the season as they ran riot 3-0 at Old Trafford.

Cristiano Ronaldo was once again the man of the moment during the encounter as he got his name on the scoresheet to inspire the Red Devils to victory.

Bruno Fernandes had earlier in the first half put the hosts ahead before Ronaldo had his goal chalked off by VAR.

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However, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner did enough in the second half to win a penalty he stepped up to convert to make the scores 2-0.

Raphael Varane put the game to bed in the 72nd minute in what was his first goal for the Manchester side since joining them last summer.

Anthony Elanga causes stir with celebration run before Ronaldo's goal

Elanga, who was part of the starting XI, caused a stir just before Ronaldo's goal in the 61st minute after he was caught on camera celebrating even before the veteran striker had taken the penalty.

In a video doing rounds on social media, Elanga can be seen sprinting in celebration as Ronaldo prepared to beat David Raya from 12 yards.

Elanga's action generated excitement online with a number of fans finding the funny side of it.

Below are some of the reactions:

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Salah, Ronaldo lead hunt for Golden Boot

Earlier, Sports Brief reported the top 10 list of highest goalscorers in the Premier League this season is dominated by Liverpool players.

The trio of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, and Diogo Jota all feature in the list after hitting double figures.

Despite Man United's poor season, Cristiano Ronaldo is among the standout players after his incredible goalscoring form.