AYMERIC LAPORTE suffered a World Cup scare after picking up a horror head injury in his last game before the tournament.
The Manchester City defender was left with blood pouring down his face following a clash with Brentford ace Ethan Pinnock.
A stray elbow from Pinnock at a corner caught Laporte flush in the forehead.
The 28-year-old was sent sprawling to the ground where he lay motionless, immediately sparking concern among the players.
Play was quickly stopped to allow City medics to rush on.