Watch: Darwin Nunez jumps into crowd, punches Colombian fans after Copa exit

Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez and his teammates were involved in a chaotic brawl with Colombian fans following their 1-0 defeat in the ongoing Copa America tournament on Thursday. 

Video footage captured the Liverpool striker throwing punches at Colombian supporters after the match at Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium turned contentious. Defender Jose Maria Gimenez explained that players intervened out of concern for the safety of their families in the stands. The players also expressed their disappointment with the lack of cops to manage the fans. 

Despite the majority of the crowd supporting Colombia, there was no separation between fans of both teams, leading to the confrontation. The altercation escalated until police intervened several minutes later.

In addition to the stands, tensions spilt onto the field post-game, where players and staff from both teams engaged in a brawl at the centre circle following Colombia's victory.

The crowd of 70,644 was about 90% in favor in Colombia, but a small patch of Uruguay fans fought with Colombia supporters as beverages were thrown.

It took more than 10 minutes for police to arrive on the scene and to restore order. The public address announcer asked for fans to leave the stadium, but several supporters remained.

About 100 Uruguayan fans and and members of the federation staff remained on the field for their own protection more than 20 minutes after the game, while Colombia fans made their way out to celebrate.

CONMEBOL released a statement after the game saying that it strongly condemns any act of violence that affects the game.

“Our work is based on the conviction that soccer connects and unites us through its positive values," the organization said. "There is no place for intolerance and violence on and off the field. We invite everyone in the remaining days to pour all of their passion into cheering on their national teams and having an unforgettable party.”