"Put my family in danger over a football game, we are throwing hands" - Pundit on Darwin Nunez's fight with Colombia fans after Copa America S/F

ESPN pundit Herculez Gomez has spoken out after Darwin Nunez fought with Colombia fans after Uruguay lost the Copa America semi-final 1-0. The Colombians picked up a red card as Daniel Munoz was sent off at the cusp of half-time. However, it was difficult for the Uruguayans to find the equalizer against their opponents.

Jefferson Lerma scored first, with 39 minutes on the clock, and the red card came soon after. La Celeste quickly began to dominate the proceedings, winning the lion's share of the possession, but it would all be for nothing. Eventually, Guillermo Varela also picked up a red card deep in injury time to keep both sides with 10 men.

However, right after the game ended, things took a strange turn, as Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez was seen going into the crowd. There looked to be a scuffle, with the Liverpool forward in the middle of it all, before the police eventually restored order. He was seen consoling his child in a video afterward, with Herculez Gomez saying (via X):

"I don’t condone violence, but if you put my family in danger over a football game, we are throwing hands. Darwin Nunez will gladly face the consequences to keep his family safe. As for the lack of security, it is pathetic. Dangerously pathetic."

Colombia will play in the final of Copa America 2024 against Argentina, who are widely expected to retain their title.

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Uruguay defender explains Darwin Nunez situation, CONMEBOL release statement

Uruguay defender Jose Maria Gimenez has opened up about the altercation between Darwin Nunez and the fans, revealing that players had to protect their families. He also lashed out at the security situation at the stadium, saying (via GOAL):

“It was a disaster; there was no police and we had to defend our families. This is because of two or three who have one drink too many. A certain sector of the Colombian fans made an avalanche where our loved ones were.”

CONMEBOL released a statement after news broke about the fighting, which saw players like Darwin Nunez in the thick of the altercation. Condemning the violence that occurred afterward, the organization stated:

“Our work is based on the conviction that soccer connects and unites us through its positive values. There is no place for intolerance and violence on and off the field. We invite everyone in the remaining days to pour all of their passion into cheering on their national teams and having an unforgettable party.”

They will be hoping that the clash between Argentina and Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium on July 14 will have minimal security concerns.