Adrián Martínez, a Venezuelan national team player who saw a direct red for a violent attack on Lionel Messi, expressed regret and left a message on social media.
«Today I have no words. Those who know me, know that I would never question the physical integrity of a colleague. I just want to apologize to the staff, my teammates and all the fans of the Red wine, who support us from the heart. I love my country and I assume my responsibility», wrote the footballer.
Martínez came on in the 28th minute to replace Sema Velázquez (Arouca), who left with a serious injury, and four minutes later was sent off following a barbaric challenge on the Argentine ace.
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