Soccer Player Who ‘Kicked’ Ball Boy Faces Suspension

English soccer authorities have charged Chelsea player Eden Hazard with violent conduct for his altercation with a ball boy during a recent match against Swansea.

Hazard was shown the red card after he appeared to kick the ball boy, who was refusing to give the ball back.

Anchor Marco Werman speaks with The World’s William Troop about the incident.

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