Colombia eliminated Uruguay in the semi-final of the Copa América. However, the brawl between Uruguay players and Colombian fans is the main talking point after the game.
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- Colombia beat Uruguay 1:0 in the Copa semi-final despite being outnumbered for a long time.
- After the game, Uruguay players and Colombian fans clash violently.
- Colombia will face Argentina in the final on Monday night (live on blue Sport from 01:15).
In the semi-final of the Copa América, Jefferson Lerma scored the only goal of the game in the 39th minute after a beautiful cross with his head. Shortly afterwards, Daniel Muñoz was sent off with a yellow-red card, but the Colombians managed to hold on to their lead.
After the game, the sparks flew. Numerous videos show Uruguayan internationals fighting with Colombian fans in the stands. Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez plays a particularly active role, lashing out at fans without restraint, but also taking a lot of punishment himself.
Uruguay captain José Maria Giménez later explains why the situation got out of hand. "Our families were in danger. We had to get into the stands as quickly as possible to protect our loved ones. There were newborn babies among them. An absolute disaster", said the Atlético Madrid player.
There had already been scuffles between the two camps on the pitch. The South American football association Conmebol condemned the riots.
Colombia hopes for first title in 23 years
Thanks to their victory over Uruguay, who are joint record Copa winners with Argentina with 15 titles, Colombia have the chance to win their second Copa title in history. They won the first and only one so far in 2001.
James Rodriguez is overwhelmed with emotion after the game. "I've been playing for almost 13 years now, all I ever wanted was the final. Now I'm over the moon," said the assist provider. Colombia will now face Argentina in the final, who will be aiming for their 16th title. You can watch the final live on blue Sport from 01:15 on Monday night.
