Colombian footballer Juan Duran made headlines on social media following his unexpected intervention during his debut match with Zenit Saint Petersburg. Having recently joined the Russian club on loan from Saudi Arabian team Al-Nassr until June 30, 2026, Duran participated in a friendly match against Krasnodar in Dubai. Within the first five minutes of the game, he caught attention when he competed for a long pass with a defender, leading to a controversial wrestling move.

As Duran chased the ball, a defender attempted to prevent him from reaching it by obstructing his path. In a surprising turn of events, Duran jumped onto the defender's neck and wrapped his arm around it, tackling him in a manner reminiscent of professional wrestling. The match referee immediately halted the game upon witnessing the incident, leading to verbal altercations between the players, which required teammates to step in to diffuse the situation. Subsequently, the referee issued a yellow card to Duran for his actions.

Zenit managed to win the match with a score of 1-0, thanks to a goal from Russian forward Maxim Glushenkov. This incident highlights the intense nature of competitive football, even in friendly matches, and the immediate consequences of aggressive plays. Duran's unconventional tackle may spark discussions about sportsmanship and the conduct of players on the field as the season progresses.