Colombia Defy Uruguay and Crowd Chaos to Reach Copa America Final
Jefferson Lerma's winning goal sends Colombia to Copa America final despite chaotic scenes, including a post-match brawl involving Darwin Nunez and Colombian fans, and a tense match where Colombia played with 10 men after Daniel Munoz's red card.
Liverpool's Darwin Nunez squandered multiple chances and was later involved in the post-game brawl. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace's Lerma scored the decisive goal with a header from a James Rodriguez corner in the 39th minute.
Colombia's Daniel Munoz received a second yellow card and was sent off at the end of the first half after elbowing Uruguay's Manuel Ugarte. Despite being down to 10 men, Colombia held their ground, and Uruguay's efforts to equalize were thwarted when Luis Suarez's shot hit the post.
In the second half, Uruguay intensified their pressure, but Colombia's defense held firm. Mateus Uribe missed two late chances for Colombia, but they managed to secure the win and advance to the Copa America final against Argentina on Monday, July 15 (0100 BST). Uruguay will face Canada in a third-place play-off on Sunday, July 14 (0100 BST).
Following the match, a physical altercation erupted between Darwin Nunez and Colombian fans in the crowd. According to El Pais, a Uruguayan news outlet, the disorder spread to the area where players' friends and relatives were seated.
James Rodriguez was awarded Man of the Match, his fourth such honor in the tournament, recognizing his outstanding performance in Colombia's 1-0 victory over Uruguay.
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