'It didn't look good' - SA's Etzebeth facing lengthy ban after eye gouge
Summary
South African rugby player Eben Etzebeth received a red card for making contact with a Welsh player's eye during a match, leading to a likely suspension. South Africa's rugby team achieved a significant victory over Wales, winning 73-0. The incident overshadowed the game, despite South Africa's strong performance.Key Facts
- Eben Etzebeth plays for South Africa's national rugby team, also known as the Springboks.
- He was shown a red card for making contact with the eye of a Welsh player during a scuffle.
- Eye gouging in rugby can lead to suspensions ranging from 6 to 208 weeks.
- South Africa defeated Wales with a score of 73-0, marking a dominant win.
- The match took place in Cardiff, Wales.
- South Africa's head coach, Rassie Erasmus, acknowledged the severity of the incident.
- Etzebeth has a record of 141 caps for South Africa and has won two World Cups.
- The Springboks completed their matches this year ranked as the number one rugby team in the world.
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