Pierre Aguillon sees red for nasty tackle on James O'Connor
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During the Top 14 semi-final clash between Toulon and La Rochelle, former Wallaby utility back James O'Connor was the recipient of this dangerous tip tackle at the hands of opposing centre Pierre Aguillon. Since O'Connor was deemed to have landed on the neck and shoulder area, it meant the end of Aguillon's night, and season.Â
In what was a tight and exciting contest, Brock James and Leigh Halfpenny went back and forth with the boot until about 10 minutes into the second half when Aguillon was given the red card for his challenge on O'Connor. At the time, La Rochelle was nursing a 15-6 lead.…