Darwin Nunez was at the forefront of a violent altercation between Uruguay players and Colombian fans.
The incident occurred when a number of drunk Colombian fans threatened and attacked the section where the families of the Uruguayan players were seated.
In order to protect their families, the Uruguay players rushed into the stands, jumping the fences, which started a brawl.
Watch below:
Darwin Núñez consoling his son after the altercation that took place at full time v Colombia.
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Supposedly drunk Colombia fans ‘avalanched’ the families of the Uruguayan players which is when Darwin & other players went up to the stands to fight them. pic.twitter.com/0zsK7xy1PH
In response to the threat, the Uruguay players rushed into the stands, jumping over fences to protect their families, which resulted in a chaotic brawl.
Nunez, visibly emotional, was seen throwing punches at the fans and even attempted to launch a steel chair at them.
Following the intense altercation, Nunez broke down in tears. Another clip circulating on social media captures a heart-wrenching moment where he is seen trying to console his son and his wife after the ordeal.