Lillestrom defender Aleksander Melgalvis Andreassen has been criticised after placing his genitals inside the Norwegian Cup.

There was cause for celebration for Lillestrom on Sunday after they beat Sarpsborg 3-2 to win the cup for the first time in 10 years, capturing it for the sixth time.

But 28-year-old Andreassen put a dampener on the party when he decided to strip naked at the trophy parade on Monday evening.

And, with fans and his team-mates watching, Andreassen decided to use the cup to cover his genitals.

It has led to criticism from a member of the Norwegian FA, who commented that he wished the defender had shown the trophy a 'little more respect'.

'Winning the Cup is a big thing and obviously it should be celebrated. But it is very possible to do so in a manner that shows the cup a bit more respect,' said communications director, Yngve Haavik.

'I am sure it wasn't intentional from Melgalvis but it came out the wrong way regardless. I think Melgalvis and Lillestrom agree with that.'

Andreassen did not seem phased by the condemnation from elsewhere and commented: 'I can understand [that some people didn't like it]. Should I apologise to the king?

'Well, I was very privileged to say hello to the king yesterday so maybe I should apologise today'.

And, asked what his grandmother would have thought, he added: 'I don't think she's seen it. Fortunately she doesn't have the internet or social media.'