Republic of Ireland defender Seamus Coleman suffered a ghastly injury in their World Cup qualifiers clash against Wales on Friday. The Everton star collided with Neil Taylor, who plies his trade for Championship side Aston Villa.
The match had to be stopped for a couple of minutes as the 28-year-old writhed in pain. Several images doing rounds on the internet showed just how terrible the injury was. His leg appeared to be broken and hanging at the mercy of his socks and thin skin.
Taylor was instantly sent off after the tackle as the two sides played out to a goalless draw. The photo below shows the full extent of the horrific injury. 
The Republic manager Michael O'Neil told journalists during a post-match press conference that the injury did not look good. And chances are high that he could be ruled out of action for the rest of the season.
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill confirms Seamus Coleman suffered a broken leg against Wales. #ssnhq
— Sky Sports News HQ (@SkySportsNewsHQ) March 24, 2017
And here's how the internet reacted to the graphic scenes that stole the show at the Aviva Stadium on Friday evening.
Stay strong, @seamiecoleman23 - everyone at @Arsenal wishes you a speedy recovery pic.twitter.com/Qsz0cFamDw
— Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) March 24, 2017
Stay strong, @seamiecoleman23 https://t.co/qyRBJBXPE9 pic.twitter.com/32YoagNzCw
— #WCQ (@FIFAWorldCup) March 24, 2017
We'd like to send our best wishes to Seamus Coleman following his injury this evening. Get well soon, Seamus. #COYBIG pic.twitter.com/kYwcPBAsC0
— FAIreland (@FAIreland) March 24, 2017
Stay strong Seamus Coleman. Every true football fan wishes you a strong recovery x pic.twitter.com/SJKrZgNF83
— James Corden (@JKCorden) March 24, 2017
| Everyone at #EFC wishes Seamus a speedy recovery! pic.twitter.com/c01jetqt1x
— Everton (@Everton) March 24, 2017
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