Vidal sent off for kicking opponent in the face
Arturo Vidal was sent off in Chile's World Cup Qualifier against Ecuador for kicking an opponent in the face.
The Inter midfielder appeared to try to reach the ball at full stretch and, in doing so, made contact with his opponent.
Vidal's reaction suggests that it was an unintentional act, and immediately turned to his opponent to see if he was alright.
It was a challenge reminiscent of the one that saw Antoine Griezmann sent off for Atletico Madrid against Liverpool, as his high boot caught Roberto Firmino.
The incident proved to have a massive impact on the outcome, as Ecuador went on to claim three points that leaves them close to World Cup qualification, while Chile's three-game win streak came to an end.
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