'Don't touch my family!' Hitting star eventually rushed to the center of the angry explosive theater → Large-scale violence broke out
Jul 11, 2024
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British media Daily Star reported on the 11th (Korean time) 'Nuñez was embroiled in a fierce dispute after the game. He fought with his fans to protect his family,' he reported.
Uruguay's national soccer team, led by head coach Marcelo Bielsa, lost 0-1 to Colombia in the 2024 Copa America semifinals at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on the 11th. Uruguay lost 0-1 in the 39th minute, allowing Jefferson Lerma a header goal. Uruguay, a 15-time Copa America champion, lost the opportunity to win for the first time in 13 years and set a new record for the most wins ever. Argentina, which is tied for the most wins ever, has advanced to the final.
Núñez started as the front-line striker in the 3-4-3 formation. I played full time, but I didn't get the goal I expected. Rather, he was at the center of controversy after the game.
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Citing Uruguayan media reports, the media said the Uruguayan team boldly entered the crowd to protect their family and friends sitting behind the team bench. The stadium was full of Colombian fans, and Uruguay players claimed their families were abused. Núñez also entered the chaotic stands for the safety of her family. But the situation grew out of control. It eventually turned into violence,' he added. José Jiménez said "It was a disaster. There was no police, and we had to protect our family. It happened because of some of the drinking too much."
Meanwhile, Núñez wore a Liverpool jersey through the summer 2022 transfer window. His transfer fee amounted to £85 million. But he often couldn't hold back his emotions and showed excitement. He received a red card for hitting the opponent in the face against Crystal Palace shortly after joining Liverpool. In a match against Manchester United in December 2023, he caused controversy by clapping as if he were sarcastic at the referee.
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