Mascherano Sent-Off for Kicking a Medic During WC Qualifier Against Ecuador

EFT Report, Quito: In one of the most bizarre Red Card given in a football match in recent times, Javier Mascherano was sent-off for kicking the driver of his cart during Argentina's World Cup qualifying match against Ecuador on June 11 at Quito.

Mascherano Kicking the Medic

The incident happened when the Barcelona midfielder went down after a challenge in the 87th minute and was put on the cart, that’s when Mascherano got furious and kicked the driver, who appeared to squirt water in his direction. The clash triggered angry scenes as both sets of players waded in. The match ended in a 1-1 draw with Sergio Aguero scoring for Albicelestes while Segundo Castillo found the net for Ecuador.

Mascherano Being Dragged From the Pitch

Argentina stays atop the CONMEBOL table with 27 points from 14 matches followed by Colombia with 26 points from 13 games. Ecuador are third with 22 points after 13 matches.