CONMEBOL has launched an investigation following a violent clash between Uruguay players and Colombian fans after their Copa América semifinal match on Wednesday.
The altercation took place in Charlotte, North Carolina, where Colombia secured a 1-0 victory against Uruguay to qualify for the Copa America finals.
Videos circulating on social media show Uruguay players, including Darwin Núñez and Ronald Araújo, engaging in physical altercations with fans in the stands.
Captain José María Giménez stated that the players were defending their families.
The incident extended to the field, involving players and staff from both teams after the final whistle.
“CONMEBOL has opened an investigation to understand the sequence of events and the responsibilities of those involved in the acts of violence that occurred at the end of the match,” the governing body said in a statement on Thursday.
“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. Therefore, no behavior that harms the sporting competition will be tolerated.”
