Graphic images: Brian Negro’s shocking tackle leaves rival with broken leg | OneFootball

When rough play and bad luck come together, football is known for delivering images not suitable for the faint of heart, and this Saturday tragedy struck in Ecuador, during the match between Independiente del Valle and Mushuc Runa at the home of the former.

The incident occurred 17 minutes into the second half when Brian Negro came out to challenge Jean Pierre Arroyo, who was sprinting forward trying to keep control of the ball: not only did he arrive late, but he tackled him with unusual violence, sweeping both of his legs. Arroyo’s left ankle couldn’t withstand the impact, and even before he hit the ground, it was clear he had suffered a severe fracture.

The brutality of the incident prompted a red card for the defender, and the injured player’s teammates tried to go after him, sparking a brawl that involved even more players. VAR had to intervene, leading to further expulsions for fighting, specifically Jordy Alcívar and Cristopher Angulo.

Meanwhile, Arroyo was screaming in pain even as the medical staff who had come to assist him tended to him. He was later taken from the stadium by ambulance, and his diagnosis was made official: an open fracture of the tibia and fibula.

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