Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz appeared to have a brief disagreement following Uruguay’s win over Colombia on Friday night, but the tension was quickly resolved.
The Liverpool teammates faced off in a thrilling 2026 World Cup qualifier in Montevideo, which saw two late goals during an extended period of stoppage time.
Colombia thought they had salvaged a point with a 96th-minute equalizer, only for Manuel Ugarte to secure Uruguay’s victory in the 100th minute.
Nunez and Diaz Exchange Words but Reconcile Quickly
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Although the post-match atmosphere wasn’t as heated as their Copa America semi-final clash in July, there were still some strong exchanges between the teams.
TV cameras caught Nunez and Diaz, who captained Colombia, in a brief confrontation amidst the emotional fallout of the dramatic finish. However, any apparent conflict was short-lived, as the two were soon photographed sharing a warm embrace.
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Close Bond Between Nunez and Diaz
While their post-match exchange drew attention, it was clear from their later interactions that it was nothing more than a momentary flare-up.
Colombian outlet *Bolavip* emphasized that the pair are close friends at Liverpool, and their relationship remains unaffected by the intensity of international competition.
By the time they return to Liverpool later this week, following another match for their respective nations, any disagreements will be long forgotten. Instead, their focus will shift to helping the Reds continue their strong start to the season.
