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07 Jan 2026

Warning: Picture in this post reveals shocking nature of Irish captain Seamus Coleman's leg break during Wales game

Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman is set to be out of the game for a considerable period of time after breaking his leg in last night's World Cup qualifier against Wales which ended 0-0 in Dublin. Wales' Neil Taylor was given a straight red card following the tackle in the 70th minute. Coleman was immediately taken to hospital. The injury to the Everton defender is a huge blow to his club and country. Numerous players have extended their good wishes to him on his recovery. This image below shows just how bad a tackle it was. Fans from Donegal and Derry in the stadium looked on in horror as the seriousness of the injury was evident immediately.  

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