Carlos Tevez was brought down by Jonathan Maidana with a rear kick in the Boca Juniors vs River Plate match. The Xeneize captain, from the ground, called for medical assistance.
The play in question took place at the 12th minute of the second half when 'Carlitos' was crossing the midfield line to create an attacking play. The Millonario defender arrived late to the intersection and resorted to the foul.
Watch the foul on Carlos Tevez in the Boca vs River match
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Tevez ended up falling immediately, accusing sharp pain in his right leg. After the foul, Maidana didn't complain and accepted the yellow card. In the broadcast of the match, the narrator pointed out that this action should have been a direct red card.
Maidana returned to the team led by Marcelo Gallardo this season after his experience in the Liga MX with Toluca.
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