Punishments from the conflict between Colombian followers and Uruguay gamers in July have formally been handed out. The 2 South American groups beforehand confronted off in a contentious Copa America 2024 semifinal in Charlotte. Colombia ended up narrowly topping their rivals in entrance of round 70,000 followers on the night time. In consequence, La Tricolor finally performed Argentina within the event last.
However, a melee erupted within the stands instantly following the semifinal match. A number of Uruguayan gamers had been seen preventing with Colombian followers within the first few rows of the sector. The incident seemingly continued longer than it ought to have due to the shortage of motion by officers.
Following the fracas, a number of Uruguayan gamers claimed that the scenario began as a result of Colombian followers had been concentrating on the households of Uruguay’s gamers. Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez was instantly on the forefront of the battle. He was, nevertheless, not alone as Rodrigo Bentancur, José María Giménez, Mathías Olivera, and Ronald Araújo had been additionally concerned.
Suspended Nunez can nonetheless play for Liverpool through the ban
Though the incident in Charlotte occurred six weeks in the past, CONMEBOL lastly issued suspensions on Wednesday. Unsurprisingly, Nunez acquired essentially the most intense punishment of the Uruguay squad. The middle-forward earned a five-game worldwide suspension and a $20,000 tremendous.
Home matches involving Liverpool aren’t a part of the ban, so he’s free to function for the Reds. Nunez’s membership subsequent performs a large matchup in opposition to Manchester United on Sunday, Sep. 1. Following the large sport, the striker would have usually reported for worldwide obligation with Uruguay. However, that is no longer the case.
Nunez was removed from the one participant to obtain a harsh punishment. Bentancur, a star with Tottenham Hotspur, additionally picked up a four-game suspension and a tremendous price $16,000. The midfielder not too long ago suffered a nasty head damage within the membership’s opening match of the Premier League season. Giménez, Olivera, and Araújo every acquired three-game bans and fines of $12,000 as nicely.
Uruguay and Colombia set for rematch in November
Uruguay subsequent faces Guatemala in a pleasant at Inter Miami’s house area. The match is on Sep. 1. This occurs to be the identical day as Liverpool’s aforementioned matchup with United. As a result of conflicting schedules, Uruguay beforehand revealed a makeshift roster for the worldwide pleasant.
If the Guatemala matchup counts in opposition to Nunez’s ban, he’ll miss simply 4 2026 World Cup qualifiers. These fixtures are in opposition to Paraguay, Venezuela, Peru, and Ecuador. Uruguay at present sits second within the CONMEBOL qualification desk behind Argentina. Venezuela, Ecuador, and Peru are all proper behind La Celeste within the standings.
Assuming Nunez performs within the Ecuador match on Oct. 12, his subsequent sport for Uruguay would come in opposition to Colombia. As a result of current occasions between the 2 groups, this matchup may have added drama. However, Nunez can also need to miss the rematch if the Guatemala fixture doesn’t rely in opposition to his ban.
Regardless of his struggles with Liverpool, Nunez stays a key determine along with his nationwide crew. When match, the star usually works because the beginning heart ahead for Uruguay. That has been the case for the final two years. Nunez has racked up 10 targets in his final 11 appearances for La Celeste since October of 2023.
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