Gareth Bale's agent Jonathan Barnett said the Real Madrid star's controversial flag celebration was "meant for the media" amid backlash.
Bale caused a stir in Cardiff on Tuesday, when he was pictured laughing and celebrating in front of a fan-made banner after Wales qualified for Euro 2020.
Tipped to leave Madrid and criticised for his priorities amid his love for golf, Wales fans have adopted the chant, "Wales, golf, Madrid", which was heard during the international break.
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Spanish newspaper Marca's frontpage on Thursday read: "DISRESPECTFUL.