Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez is facing a significant ban from football following a heated incident with Colombian fans during the Copa America semi-final. The altercation, if FIFA gets involved, could result in a lengthy suspension for the Reds striker.
Nunez found himself in trouble after Uruguay’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the semi-final stage.
Following the match, a brawl erupted involving Colombian fans and the families of Uruguay players.
In the chaos, Nunez was seen punching fans and attempting to throw a chair, only to be restrained by others.
The organization of the tournament by CONMEBOL was widely criticized, contributing to the volatile situation.
Despite this, Nunez’s actions were captured on camera, suggesting he could face severe consequences.
This incident echoes the past case of former Tottenham player Eric Dier, who received a four-match ban for confronting fans who were abusing his brother, indicating that Nunez might face an even harsher penalty.
Football Insider reports that FIFA’s involvement could lead to a substantial ban for Nunez.
The global governing body has a history of swiftly addressing such controversies, often imposing immediate sanctions. Given the severity of Nunez’s actions, his suspension could be considerably longer than Dier’s.
A significant ban would be a major setback for Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot. Nunez, who joined Liverpool from Benfica, has the potential to be one of the top strikers in the world.
A lengthy suspension would delay Slot’s plans to integrate and develop the Uruguayan star, impacting the team’s performance and future prospects.
