Tag: Uruguay controversy

• July 13, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa has fiercely defended his players after a violent outbreak during the Copa America semifinal against Colombia. The incident escalated when Liverpool's Darwin Nunez entered the stands to shield family members from rival fans. Bielsa criticized tournament organizers for poor security measures, calling the players' actions a natural human response to protect their families.