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Uruguay Players Clash With Colombian Fans In Wild Copa America Brawl

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11 months ago

July 11, 2024

Uruguay players and Colombian fans

An intense confrontation erupted between Uruguay players and Colombian fans at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, following Uruguay’s 1-0 defeat in the Copa America semifinal on Wednesday.

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez and several Uruguay teammates jumped into the spectator seating to confront Colombian supporters, throwing punches and sparking a chaotic melee.

According to Uruguay central defender Jose Maria Gimenez, the players intervened to protect their family members and loved ones in the crowd, citing concerns for their safety.

The altercation continued for several minutes before police finally intervened, restoring order to the stadium.

CONMEBOL, the South American football confederation, issued a statement condemning the incidents, emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship and safety in the game.

The incident has raised concerns about fan safety and security measures at the Copa America tournament, with many calling for increased measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Turkey: Osimhen scoops Goal of the season award

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18 hours ago

June 18, 2025

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Victor Osimhen has won the Turkish Super Lig Goal of the Season for 2024/25, Ekwutosblog reports.

Osimhen won the award for his superb bicycle kick against Antalyaspor.

The spectacular strike came in stoppage time of Galatasaray’s 3-0 win at the RAMS Park.

It was the Nigeria international’s third league goal for the Yellow and Reds.

The 26-year-old finished as top scorer in the league with 26 goals.

Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan deal from Napoli last September.

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Club World Cup: Liam Delap speaks after providing assist on Chelsea debut

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2 days ago

June 17, 2025

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New Chelsea striker, Liam Delap, has expressed his happiness at making his debut for the club.

Delap arrived from Ipswich Town this summer after the Blues triggered his 30million release clause.

Enzo Maresca started the 22-year-old on the bench for their Club World Cup opener against Los Angeles FC on Monday.

Delap came on with Chelsea leading 1-0 thanks to Pedro Neto and laid on the assist for the second scored for Enzo Fernandez in the 79th minute.

Speaking after the game, Delap told Channel 5: “It’s a really happy feeling for me. I’m so excited to be here and to play my first game and be able to contribute is a good feeling.

“The team have welcomed me really well. I have only had a few sessions here but I am excited for more.”

On if we can expect to see more assists from him, he added: “Yes of course it is good to help the team but I want to score some as well.”

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Club World Cup: We’ve never won it before – Vinicius rates Real Madrid’s chances

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3 days ago

June 16, 2025

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Real Madrid winger, Vinicius Junior, has expressed confidence that his team will win this year’s FIFA Club World Cup.

According to the Brazilian, the new Club World Cup expanded format is the only title that the Los Blancos have never won before.

According to him, Xabi Alonso’s side are eager to win it because people never forget the first one.

Speaking ahead of Real Madrid’s first Club World Cup tie with Al-Hilal on Wednesday, Vinicius said as quoted by Madrid Xtra: “We are eager to win this first Club World Cup because people never forget the first one.

“It’s the only title Real Madrid doesn’t have. We are going for it,” he stated.

Real Madrid are in Group H of the Club World Cup, taking place in the USA.

The Spanish LaLiga giants will also face Pachuca and RB Salzburg in the group stage.