The Copa America semifinal match between Uruguay and Colombia descended into chaos as Uruguayan players engaged in a heated brawl with Colombian fans.

The altercation occurred after Colombia's 1-0 victory, which secured their spot in the final against Argentina.

Uruguay captain Jose Gimenez and forward Darwin Nunez were among the players involved in the melee. According to Gimenez, the brawl was sparked by Colombian fans attacking Uruguayan families in the stands. "They attacked our families, and we defended them," Gimenez explained to journalists.

The match had been intense, with Colombia's Juan Cuadrado scoring the winning goal in the 65th minute. However, the tension boiled over into violence as fans and players clashed in the stands and on the pitch. Video footage showed players and security personnel struggling to restore order as punches were thrown and objects were hurled.

The incident has cast a shadow over the tournament, with many calling for greater security measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The South American football Confederation (CONMEBOL) has announced an investigation into the incident.

Despite the controversy, Colombia's victory sets up a highly anticipated final against Argentina on July 15. The two teams have a storied history, and the match promises to be an intense and thrilling encounter. However, the brawl has marred the tournament's spirit, and fans and players alike will be hoping for a peaceful and sporting conclusion to the Copa America.