Journalist Favian Renkel reports that Uruguayan national team player Ugarté fainted after being startled during the post-match clash between Colombia and Uruguay.
In the Copa América semi-finals, Colombia eliminated Uruguay 1-0. After the match, Uruguayan players clashed with Colombian fans in the stands, which escalated into violent brawls. Subsequently, several Uruguayan players, including Núñez, stated that the players lost control due to verbal abuse and violence directed at their families.
Currently, Ugarté’s mother is in a coma after the clash and has been rushed to the hospital for treatment. Many are criticizing the Copa América’s fan zone arrangement, claiming it is unreasonable and has put Uruguayan fans and the families of players in danger, leading to this disastrous incident.
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