A BBC Sport commentator was left stunned after Czech Republic midfielder Pavel Sulc almost had his shirt ripped off during a World Cup clash with South Korea.
In the 26th minute of the group stage match, defender Han-Beom Lee grabbed the shirt of Sulc while attempting to win the ball back.
Pavel Sulc almost had his shirt ripped off by a South Korea defender Credit: BBC Sport
A BBC Sport commentator likened it to when Hulk Hogan used to rip his shirt off Credit: BBC Sport
However, the 23-year-old completely ripped his opponent’s top.
The right side of the shirt was completely ripped open, meaning Sulc had to change into a new one.
A commentator on BBC Sport said: “His shirt has not just got a tiny rip in it.
“If you remember the wrestling when used to rip his shirt completely off… That is what that resembles!
“It’s completely ripped down one side and, I mean, there’s really no need for a vest!”
Fans were also stunned, with one person taking to social media to write: “Strong grip or terrible shirt is the question.”
Another joked: “He should just ask for the shirt nicely.”
A third quipped: “Shirt made of paper or what?”
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While a fourth said: “South Korea are already ripping it up at the 2026 World Cup!”
South Korea went on to win the match 2-1 after coming from behind.
Ladislav Krejci broke the deadlock for the in the 59th minute before Hwang In-beom netted an equaliser.
Oh Hyeon-gyu then scored the winner for South Korea with 10 minutes to play.
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