The former Real Madrid full-back unintentionally caused an ugly injury to an opponent during a Copa Libertadores match.
Be warned before watching the video, the images are quite shocking. Former Real Madrid left-back Marcelo broke an opponent’s leg during a Copa Libertadores encounter between his club Fluminense and Argentinos Juniors.
As he attempted a dribble, the Brazilian leaned on his opponent’s leg, which completely bent double under his weight. It was the knee that gave way for poor Luciano Sanchez, a 29-year-old Argentinian defender.
Marcelo without doing it on purpose … horrible image I hope he can play football again 😞 pic.twitter.com/mL7mfj7Vys
— Loguito Fcb (@Loguito6) August 1, 2023
It seems obvious that Marcelo didn’t want to hurt his opponent. He immediately stopped his action to check on her, sensing that something serious had happened. The Brazilian received a red card for the obviously dangerous move. He left the lawn in tears, very touched.
“Today I had to go through a very difficult time on the pitch, reacted the five-time winner of the Champions League via Twitter. I accidentally injured a professional colleague. I want to wish you the best possible recovery, Luciano Sánchez. All the strength in the world! » Sad scene…
Hoy me ha tocado vivir un momento muy difícil dentro del campo. Sin querer he lesionado a un compañero de profesión. Quiero gives up the best possible recovery, Luciano Sánchez. Toda la fuerza del mundo! 💜🙏🏾#M12 pic.twitter.com/vaG04hvioW
— Marcelotwelve (@MarceloM12) August 2, 2023
