Díaz scores twice as Colombia defeat Brazil 2-1

Luis Diaz led Colombia to a comeback triumph against Brazil in an emotional game as his dad watched him live from the stadium after being freed by his kidnappers.

The Reds forward netted twice in 5 2^nd half minutes to inspire his country to a comeback in Barranquilla’s 2026 World Cup qualifier.

Luis Diaz… wow.

He scored two goals for Colombia against Brazil in front of his dad who was released by kidnappers just a week ago.#BBCFootball pic.twitter.com/C7aTPcqH12

— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) November 17, 2023

Luis scored his 1^st goal in the match in the 75^th minute to tie 1-1 after Martinelli netted the 1^st goal in the game in the 1^st half to give the halftime lead to Brazil. Diaz pointed to the stands where his father was sitting, and the broadcast showed his teary-eyed dad celebrating his son’s goal with his arms raised.

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Diaz admitted he had experienced “tough moments” over the last month but added: “Situations make you strong and brave, and I think that’s just a game, not just a game but life.

Luis Diaz scored twice for Colombia last night to beat Brazil! 🇨🇴

Just look at his dad’s reaction… ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Y2XDLXHOxK

— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) November 17, 2023

“And I dedicate the triumph to the people who supported us.”

Brazil and Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr left the match with an injury in the 1^st half.