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Look: Aguero's horrific tackle on David Luiz incites last-minute brawl

Jason Cairnduff / Reuters

Chelsea's 3-1 comeback victory over Manchester City on Saturday had a little bit of everything, but it will likely be remembered for what was a truly abominable tackle by Sergio Aguero in the final seconds.

The Argentine striker endured an aggravating day at the Etihad, as he battled with David Luiz for 90 minutes - though the defender likely should have been sent off for a cynical first-half foul on Aguero - and that lingering frustration came to the fore just ahead of the final whistle.

While chasing down a loose ball, Aguero went flying in with both feet raised and connected with Luiz's knee, his studs driving right into the floppy-haired 29-year-old.

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Aguero was shown a straight red card for the brutal tackle, and will now be facing a four-match ban - his second extended suspension of the season for violent conduct - as the incident incited a melee on the touchline.

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Amid the fracas, Fernandinho was also sent off for grabbing Cesc Fabregas by the throat, and giving him a slight shove over the advertising boards - which, in fairness, Fabregas seemed to embellish somewhat.

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