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Eventful friendly at FedEx Field features ejections, an injury and Gareth Bale

The International Champions Cup made its annual swing through the Washington area Tuesday, and while Real Madrid and Arsenal put on a fun show before an announced 52,826 at FedEx Field, the most intrigue centered on a pricey player who remained fastened to the sideline on the first leg of Real’s tour.

Gareth Bale played an integral role in the Spanish club winning four UEFA Champions League trophies, but after falling out of favor with the towering figure who is back at the coaching helm, the Welshman was a spectator Saturday and through the first half on this night.