RVP denies celebration claims

Robin van Persie says it is 'totally ludicrous' to suggest his goal celebration at Chelsea could be interpreted as a 'Nazi salute'.

Arsenal captain responds to 'ridiculous allegations'

Robin van Persie says it is 'totally ludicrous' to suggest his goal celebration during Arsenal's thrilling win at Chelsea could be interpreted as a 'Nazi salute'. The Gunners captain scored a hat-trick during Saturday's 5-3 success at Stamford Bridge, but his celebration after netting his second goal has prompted wild claims on the internet. The Netherlands international has been accused of making a 'Nazi salute', but Van Persie has dismissed the allegations as 'ridiculous'. "It has been brought to my attention of some ridiculous allegations concerning my celebration of one of my goals," wrote Van Persie on his Twitter account. "It is totally ludicrous to suggest that my action of brushing my shoulder could be construed as anything else but a showing of joy and celebration. "To suggest this meant anything to the contrary is insulting and absolutely absurd as nothing else came into my mind." The treble against Chelsea took Van Persie's tally to nine goals in his last five Premier League appearances and he admits he is feeling confident he can score in every game. He added: "I feel I can score every time I go out on to the pitch. "For me it's just the best feeling to have. It doesn't really matter against who we play, we always create chances so that means I always have a go. Then it's up to me to score. "I'll miss chances, but I'll score them as well. To have that feeling is one of the best things in life."