Nacho apologises for terrifying tackle on Portu
Nacho's second consecutive start in La Liga has left Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid in a difficult position ahead of the forthcoming games, given the shortage of defenders in the 'Merengues' squad.
The Real captain was shown a straight red card at the very end of Saturday's 3-0 win at Girona after a terrifying tackle on Portu, who was stretchered off the pitch.
On his social networks, the Spaniard apologised for this action: "I would like to apologise to Portu for an involuntary action during the match. Today, as since the start of my career, I've never had the intention of hurting anyone. I hope you get well soon.
According to initial reports in the Spanish press, nothing is broken in the Catalan striker's case, but there are still concerns about his ankle and hip.
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