Illegal tackle disgusting (4)

I believe the answer is:

foul

I believe this is a double definition.

'illegal tackle' is the first definition.

'disgusting' is the second definition.
(both can mean horrible)

(Other definitions for foul that I've seen before include "See 17" , "Abhorrent" , "Illegitimate tackle" , "Disgusting" , "Violation of a sporting rule" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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