Death Threats Against Campaz After Colombia’s World Cup Exit

Colombia midfielder Jáminton Campaz and his family have faced death threats after the team’s 2026 World Cup exit in a penalty shootout loss to Switzerland. He missed a key chance in extra time, prompting a flood of hostile messages online. To protect his family, Campaz limited comments on his social media and skipped the flight home. The Colombia Football Federation condemned the intimidation, urging respect and calling on the attorney general’s office to investigate. Campaz shared a photo of himself covering his face, writing: “No passion justifies hatred or living in fear.” The federation emphasized that football should unite fans, not inspire violence. Many remember defender Andrés Escobar, whose 1994 World Cup own goal led to his tragic death. The federation warned against repeating that dark chapter in Colombian football history.

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