Liverpool striker Luis Díaz (26, Colombia) scored a goal and found his father.
Liverpool drew 1-1 with Luton Town in the 11th round of the English Premier League (EPL) in the 2023-24 season at Kenilworth Road in Luton, England on the 6th. Liverpool, which failed to win against the promoted team, lost the chance to move to second place and settled in third place.
Liverpool, the visiting team, put Díaz on the replacement list. Darwin Núñez, Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah at the front line. They shot at the Luton Town goal from the beginning of the first half, but it rarely led to a goal. Rather, he allowed a counterattack in the 35th minute of the second half and gave up a point to a tight gun.
Díaz was substituted in the 38th minute of the second half to lead the Liverpool attack. Eight minutes of extra time was given in the second half, and five of them were given Díaz a chance to score. Harvey Elliott's cross was tied 1-1 with a header shot.
Despite scoring a dramatic goal, Díaz's expression was not bright. He lifted his uniform top with a heavy expression and showed the message. The phrase "freedom to my father" is written on a white tee. Liverpool teammates embraced and consoled Díaz.
On the 29th of last month, Díaz's parents were threatened by gunmen in Barancas, a city bordering Colombia and Venezuela. The vehicle carrying Díaz's parents was caught by the gunmen and went missing. About an hour after the kidnapping incident, only Díaz's mother was released.
Díaz's father was still kidnapped. The Colombian government said, "The kidnapping of Diaz's parents was led by the Colombian National Liberation Army (ELN). The case took place in Varancas, Laguhira, Colombia, and kidnapping is a clear crime that violates international law. ELN will have to release Diaz's father in accordance with the peace agreement with the government," he said in a statement.
Upon hearing the news, the Liverpool club excluded Diaz from games and training and recommended him to rest to protect his mind and body. He also issued a statement saying, "We wait for Diaz's family to return safely to Diaz's arms." The Colovian Football Association also said, "We are part of Díaz's family. I hope the police authorities will resolve the situation as soon as possible, he appealed.
Shortly after the incident, Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp said, "I was very sad to hear about the kidnapping of Diaz's parents. We all wish the Díaz family a safe return. Liverpool Member Everyone will help Diaz as much as they can. "It's the hardest thing in my life to prepare for a game without Diaz," he said. 안전한 카지노사이트