Striker Jaminton Campaz gets death threats after World Cup exit
Jaminton Campaz, a forward for Colombia’s national football team, missed a key penalty‑shootout chance in the round‑of‑16 match against Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup, contributing to Colombia’s elimination. Following the defeat, Campaz reported receiving death threats directed at him and his family.
The Colombian Football Federation publicly condemned the threats, describing them as unacceptable, and urged the national prosecutor’s office to launch an investigation to locate and hold the perpetrators accountable. The federation’s statement emphasized that no athlete or family member should be targeted for representing their country.
The incident has been reported by media outlets in several languages, underscoring the widespread concern over the safety of athletes after high‑profile international matches.