CASEMIRO was left in tears after being sent off for a horror challenge on Carlos Alcaraz.
The Brazilian was initially shown only yellow after going studs up on the Southampton playmaker.
Casemiro’s horror tackle on Southampton’s Carlos Alcaraz
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But referee Anthony Taylor was advised to take a second look by VAR as replays revealed the extent of Casemiro’s challenge.
Taylor wasted no time in overturning his decision, sending the midfielder off and leaving him in tears.
A devastated Casemiro was was consoled by his team-mates as he walked off the Old Trafford pitch.
The former Real Madrid star was sent off for violent conduct following an incident in United’s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace in February.
He faced a three-game ban after receiving the first straight red card of his career.
Following dismissal against Southampton, Casemiro has now had two in his last three league matches.
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