Al Hilal’s Kaio César was taken off the field just nine minutes after being substituted in during the Asian Champions League semifinal against Al Ahli.
The Brazilian forward was introduced by coach Jorge Jesus in the 59th minute, but his time on the pitch was cut short when Koulibaly was given a red card.
Jesus tried to balance the team by bringing in Tambakti, replacing Kaio César in the 67th minute.
The sudden exit left Kaio César looking stunned, and he was comforted by his teammates as he made his way to the bench.
Reaction on social media
The incident sparked a reaction on social media, with fans sharing their thoughts on the quick substitution.
The video of the incident was shared widely, with fans reacting to Kaio César’s visible frustration.