Football fans are a different kind of breed altogether. They live in the moment with their team and want to be part of everything. However, there are a few occasions where they cross the line as well. Many times, they try to get too close to their favorite player or team. However, seeing a rugby tackle in a soccer match is very rare.

A recent video has gathered a lot of attention after a fan gets rugby tackled. In a match between Cardiff and Swansea City, a fan tried to enter the field. The steward takes him out with a rugby style tackle.

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Security personnels are always on their toes. No matter what the situation of the soccer  match is, they need to stay alert. It’s their responsibility to keep the players safe. The security personnel in the video looked absolutely ready.

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Cardiff City scored their second goal, and the players went crazy. All the players ran towards the fans to celebrate. This is where a man in a white shirt tries to enter the field of play. The steward on the left watches this and runs towards the man.

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He takes out the fan with a rugby style tackle and pins him to the floor. It seems he has an NFL background. The timing of his run is also perfect. Fans online enjoyed the whole moment. Although the full house stadium focused on the match, the steward focused on his job. It’s tough to keep yourself focused in such an environment. However, no athlete got injured and also the fan looks okay.

Fans Reacted to This Outstanding Rugby Tackle

Fans on the internet have shared their opinions regarding the precision of the tackle. Some fans appreciated the tackle and others criticized it.

One user commented about the steward being a rugby player for sure.

Niall Armstrong appreciated the covering tackle made by the steward.

While another user feels that this is a high tackle and deserves a red card along with three match bans.

Daniel UTV feels the steward waited his whole life to make a tackle like this.

One user wants the steward to be given a raise for the job done by him.

Football matches can turn violent very quickly. Opposition fans run in to the field to hurt the players. Many incidents happened in the past where a player got hit by a fan. What do you feel about the magical rugby tackle? Let us know in the comments.

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