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9th September 2017
10:10pm BST
The kick was evidently accidental, but Mane received a red card for the incident from referee John Moss, a decision that caused a lot of debate on social media.
Ederson needed treatment on the field, and had to be stretchered off before being replaced by Claudio Bravo.
The City goalkeeper had scans on his jaw and cheekbone following the collision, but was thankfully given the all-clear by doctors in Manchester.
Jurgen Klopp said following the match that Mane was extremely upset over the incident, worried about Ederson, and surprised at the decision to send him off.
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"It was an accident," the Liverpool manager told reporters.
"A very unlucky situation. I think everyone knows he didn't see the goalie. There was not one second he looks at the goalie. He just wanted to get the ball as soon as possible. Hopefully the goalie is not seriously injured."Mane posted a message of support to Ederson following the game, wishing the 'keeper well. https://www.instagram.com/p/BY1KynIl2w5/?taken-by=sadiomaneofficiel Mane wrote:
"I hope and wish Ederson a quick recovery. I am so sorry he was hurt during our accidental collision on the pitch and am sorry for him that he could not complete the match because of it. I pray he heals fast and is back playing very soon because he is highest quality player."The Liverpool winger, who started the season in brilliant form, could receive a three-match ban for the red card.
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