Uruguayan defender Jimenez's post-match explanation for the clash with Colombian fans revealed the serious problems that occurred off the field during the match and the players' deep concern for the safety of their families.
Jiménez began by pointing out the immediate cause of the clash - the families of the Uruguayan players were attacked in the stands by a specific group from Colombia. The violence against their families had certainly struck a nerve with the players, making it difficult for them to control their emotions, which led to the clash with the fans. He emphasized the seriousness of the incident, calling it "a catastrophe" and revealing that in order to protect their families, including a newborn baby, they had to go to the stands themselves to remove them from the danger zone.
Describing the scene, Jiménez also criticized the tournament organizers for their security failures. He pointed out that at the time of the clash, it was surprising that no police officers were on the scene to intervene in a timely manner until half an hour later. This lag in security measures undoubtedly exacerbated the anxiety and fear of the players and their families.
Finally, Jiménez expressed his expectations for the security of future tournaments. He called on the organizers to pay more attention to the safety of spectators, families and the stadium's surroundings in order to avoid the recurrence of similar incidents. He particularly emphasized the importance of fans' behavior, pointing out that the irrational behavior of a few can have disastrous consequences for all, and called on everyone to be able to maintain decency and reason, and work together to maintain the harmonious atmosphere of the tournament.
