CONMEBOL Investigates Fight Between Uruguay Players and Colombia Fans After Copa America Semi-Final

South American football’s governing body, CONMEBOL, has launched an investigation into a fight that broke out between Uruguay players and Colombia fans after their semi-final match in the ongoing Copa America.

Match Details

Colombia, despite being reduced to 10 men, secured a 1-0 victory over Uruguay to advance to the final. After the match, a scuffle erupted in the stands involving Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez and other Uruguay players.

Incident Description

In a viral video, Nunez and some Uruguay players are seen allegedly climbing into the stands and clashing with Colombia fans. Nunez was reportedly at the forefront, throwing punches.

CONMEBOL’s Statement

CONMEBOL’s Disciplinary Committee stated, “We want to reaffirm and warn that no action will be tolerated that tarnishes this global football celebration. It is unacceptable that an incident like this turns passion into violence.”

Player Reactions

Uruguay captain Jose Maria Gimenez claimed the players were defending their families. He said, “Our families are in the stands, there are little newborn babies. It was a disaster; there was no police, and we had to defend our families.”

Upcoming Matches

Uruguay will face Canada in the third-place playoff on Saturday, while Colombia will take on Argentina in the final at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday.