RANGERS striker Alfredo Morelos was controversially shown a straight red card 12 minutes into the season opener against Aberdeen. The 22-year-old was involved in an off-the-ball incident with Scott McKenna, as he reacted to a barge from the Scottish defender outside the box. PA:Press Association Rangers forward Alfredo Morelos was shown a straight red card 12 minutes into the clash against Aberdeen[/caption] 12’ RED CARD: Alfredo Morelos is given a red card for an off the ball incident. 0:0 — Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) August 5, 2018 Morelos reacted by tapping him in the shin, but his actions appeared to only warrant a yellow card at best. Rangers fans were left furious with the incident, with many believing the sending off was too harsh. New boss Steven Gerrard could hardly believe his luck just minutes into his first game in charge in the Scottish Premiership. But his mood soon changed after James Tavernier netted in the 30th from the penalty spot to fire the Ibrox outfit in front. 12’ ABE 0-0 RAN Alfredo Morelos has been sent off! The linesman has spotted the Rangers striker kick out at McKenna and Kevin Clancy produces the red. — Aberdeen FC (@AberdeenFC) August 5, 2018 More to follow…
Source: Scottish Sun, News
Source: Scottish Sun, News
