Emiliano Martinez manhandled a police officer wielding a baton towards Argentina fans as the Albiceleste's World Cup qualifier against Brazil was marred by crowd trouble.
A mass brawl broke out in the stands at the Maracana on Tuesday night ahead of Argentina's 1-0 win over Brazil as fans and police clashed, forcing the kick-off to be postponed by almost 30 minutes.
After Argentina and Brazil fans started fighting during the national anthems, police officers intervened charged the visiting supporters in a bid to restore order, leaving some bloodied as a result.
Amid the shocking scenes, Martinez appeared leap up towards the stands to slap a baton out of an officer's hands before being restrained by his teammates.