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Gareth Bale Rubbishes Criticism After Being Labelled a 'Golfer' By the Media

Gareth Bale has issued a defiant response to his doubters, with some joking the Welshman has been more of a golfer than a footballer during his time at Real Madrid.

Despite winning four Champions League trophies, one La Liga title and a Copa del Rey with Los Blancos, the forward has never managed to satisfy his critics following an £86m switch from Tottenham Hotspur in 2013.

Speaking to BBC about those who question his motivation and ability, Bale stated: "I don't listen to them because they don't really know what they are on about.

"I know most people don't know the situation, don't understand the situation.