Figo in bust-up with Real Madrid pal Salgado
tribalfootball.com - January 31, 2005
Real Madrid winger Luis Figo had to be separated from Michel Salgado by teammates during a training ground bust-up over the weekend.
DiarioSport says Figo kicked out at Salgado after being upset with a tackle he received in a bounce game. Spanish international fullback Salgado jumped immediately to his feet and raised his fists, as did Figo.
But the Portuguese veteran eventually backed down after the pair were dragged apart by stunned teammates.
Its been suggested Figo's frustrations over his contract situation split over, with the winger still waiting to hear from Real directors about a new extension.
The veteran has already courted controversy with his tackle on Zaragoza youngster Caesar Jimenez, which has left the defender sidelined for the season. The fullback excused Figo for his high tackle, but the incident drew huge publicity for the former World Player of the Year.
