The Spoiler

If you thought Ronaldo’s sending off was strange…


… check out this puzzling red card from the Greek Super League

Just a few days after schooling Inter Milan at the San Siro, Panathinaikos faced FC Asteras Tripolis, a tiny side referred to as “Chelsea of Greece” and whose home ground has a capacity of 5,000. Panathinaikos were held to a disappointing draw, thanks to a 70th minute equaliser from midfielder Adrián Bastía.

Shortly after this strike, however, the man with the glorious ponytail executed a perfect tackle on a pitch invader. For his helpful intervention, he was rewarded with a red card.

[The Offside]

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Posted: December 1st, 2008 by Ryan Bailey