Liverpool star Darwin Nunez and other Uruguay players were involved in a brawl with Colombian fans after their 1-0 loss in the Copa America semifinals on Wednesday.
Nunez unleashed a flurry of punches at Colombian supporters after jumping into the stands at Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium following an ill-tempered loss to Colombia.
Uruguay central defender Jose Maria Gimenez said players leapt into the melee out of concern for the safety of family members and loved ones watching the game.
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