Man City wonderkid Gabriel Jesus hacked down in two-footed tackle by pitch invader

SHOCKING video shows the moment that Man City’s Brazilian wonderkid Gabriel Jesus was hacked down by a rogue pitch invader.

By George Mills

The 19-year-old was taking part in a charity match in his native Brazil when a spectator from the crowd broke through security and launched a wild two-footed hack at him.

It was a challenge that could have ended horribly for the £27m prospect but luckily for City coach Pep Guardiola, Jesus bounced back to his feet seconds later.

Stadium security finally caught up with the cheeky troublemaker, who was tripped up by another player as he tried to flee the scene of the crime.

Gabriel Jesus miraculously escapes injury after being hacked down by a pitch invader

“Probably a Man United fan because they fear that another youngster is better than Martial and Rashford,” joked one viewer.

Another comment read: “I would have kicked that little a****** in the nuts. Full power.”

Jesus signed with City over the summer from Brazilian side Palmeiras but stayed with his former club to finish the domestic season.

It was a decision that paid off as his 12 goals in 26 appearances helped secure the team’s first league title in 22 years.

Jesus has formed a deadly partnership with Coutinho and Neymar Jr for the Brazilian team

His sparkling performances also earned him individual honours, being crowned Brazil’s Player of the Year whiel also picking up the Golden Ball award.

Jesus is expected to link up with his new teammates at Man City in January after enjoying a break following the conclusion of the Brazilian season.

The young star caught the eye while performing at the Olympics earlier this year – but for all the wrong reasons.

A clip of Jesus missing the goal from two yards against South Africa went viral across the net following the announcement of his transfer to Man City.