Man U Star Edinson Cavani sent off following RECKLESS tackle on Richardson during Uruguay World Cup Qualifiers against Brazil

Manchester United star Edinson Cavani has been sent off while on international duty for Uruguay after making a dangerous challenge on Brazil and Everton striker Richarlison.

33-year-old was shown the straight red mid-way through the second half as the 10-man Uruguayans crashed to a 2-0 defeat at home against the Selecao on Tuesday.

Following review from VAR, the referee deliberated in front of the pitch-side screen before returning to the field of play to show Cavani the red card.

Following the 2-0 loss, the Uruguayans positioned in fifth on the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying table after five matches, with the top four achieving automatic qualification for Qatar 2022 and fifth place earning a playoff