Watch outrageous moment keeper KICKS goalscorer mid-celebration as he is sent off in Champions League playoff
GALATASARAY goalkeeper Fernando Muslera suffered a moment of madness as he KICKED an opponent mid-celebration last night.
The Uruguay star was shown a straight red card for his outrageous behaviour as Gala crashed out of the Champions League qualifying round to Swiss side Young Boys.
GettyFernando Muslera was sent off for a crazy moment in Galatasaray’s defeat to Young Boys[/caption]
GettyThe goalie kicked opponent Alan Virginius as he celebrated a goal in the Champions League qualifier[/caption]
The Turkish champions were looking to overturn a 3-2 deficit from last week’s first leg as they welcomed Young Boys to Istanbul.
But despite boasting a star-studded team featuring ex-Premier League stars Hakim Ziyech, Lucas Torreira and Michy Batshuayi, Gala were unable to hit the target.
Instead, Young Boys put the game to rest in the 87th minute when Alan Virginius fired home to make it 4-2 on aggregate.
The French winger ran off to celebrate the goal that booked his side’s place in the Champions League group stage.
But Gala goalie Muslera, who has been at the club since 2011, could not contain his anger.
As Virginius ran past him, Muslera lashed out with a kick that sent the Young Boys star to the ground.
Players from both sides clashed as Virginius got up to continue his celebration with several team-mates.
And the referee was forced to intervene to prevent any more bad behaviour.
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As the crowd broke apart, the official could be seen holding a red card in his hand.
And despite Muslera’s protests, the stopper was immediately sent off the field to a chorus of boos from his own fans.
Fans reacted with disbelief to his crazy actions.
One said: What a shame! Total embarrassment! Muslera should apologise.”
Another declared: “Shame on you.”
One noted: “Wtf is that madness.”
Another added: “This is totally embarrassing.”
The result means Gala will play in the Europa League instead, with Muslera now set to receive a lengthy ban.
They will join fierce rivals Fenerbahce in the competition, with Jose Mourinho’s side also losing a Champions League qualifying tie to French side Lille earlier this month.
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