Watch football star take horrific kick to the face from shocking tackle before having stitches and CARRYING ON playing

NANTES defender Nicolas Cozza proved he was made of stern stuff after playing on despite needing stitches in his head.

Already a man down, Montpellier finished the game with nine players after Arnaud Nordin’s horrendous attempted challenge.

Nicolas Cozza takes a bit hit from Arnaud Nordin. The Nantes defender required stitches but was able to complete the final minutes of the game.