A violent brawl erupted between Uruguayan players and Colombian fans at the Copa America semifinal, following Uruguay's elimination from the tournament. Darwin Núñez and José María Giménez were seen exchanging punches with fans in the stands, with Giménez stating that the fans had attacked their families. Uruguayan Football Association President, Ignacio Alonso, defended the players' actions, stating they were protecting their loved ones. CONMEBOL, the governing body of South American soccer, strongly condemned the violence. The altercation occurred after Colombia defeated Uruguay 1-0, with Colombia advancing to the championship match against Argentina. Uruguay will now compete for third place against Canada. The incident highlights the intense emotions and high stakes involved in international soccer tournaments.