Marcelo in tears after 'breaking' opponent’s leg in horror injury

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Marcelo in tears

Real Madrid star, Marcelo left the pitch in tears after he accidentally stomped and broke an opponent's leg in the Copa Libertadores.

Marcelo who now plays for Fluminense unintentionally stepped on Argentinos Juniors defender Luciano Sanchez after dribbling him.

Sanchez’s leg was visibly broken instantly, and a distraught Marcelo left the game in tears.

After the game, the Brazilian said on social media: “Today, I had to experience a very difficult moment on the pitch. I have inadvertently injured a colleague. I want to wish you the best possible recovery Luciano Sanchez. I send you all the strength in the world!”