Spurs’ Richarlison throws a punch during the preseason game against Sevilla

 

 

Richarlison was accused with punching a Sevilla player on Saturday during a friendly match between the two teams.

 

Ivan Rakitic offset Harry Kane’s second-half goal as Spurs and their Spanish opponents drew 1-1 in Suwon.

But both sets of players’ tempers erupted just before halftime.

 

Son Heung-min appeared to have cut Montiel’s face by accidently elbowing him. Montiel confronted Son as the referee gave the all-clear for halftime. A small altercation resulted from the South Korean’s response.

 

Richarlison, who has only recently joined Spurs, defended a teammate and is now facing charges of punching a Sevilla player.

 

Richarlison appeared to throw a small jab in response to Sevilla’s protestations in footage taken from behind. Spurs supporters loved his early career loyalty to the team, whether it was a push or a jab.