Last Updated: November 06, 2023, 01:30 IST
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Liverpool’s often effervescent Colombian striker Luis Diaz regarded solemn as he sat on the substitutes’ bench throughout his facet’s Premier League recreation at Luton on Sunday.
LUTON, England:Liverpool’s often effervescent Colombian striker Luis Diaz regarded solemn as he sat on the substitutes’ bench throughout his facet’s Premier League recreation at Luton on Sunday.
No marvel: his father stays kidnapped by Colombian rebels.
Yet regardless of the non-public anguish, the 26-yr-previous not solely requested to be in Juergen Klopp’s squad for the sport, however then got here on and scored a final-ditch equaliser.
Not surprisingly, there was no whirling away in delight this time. Rather, Diaz lifted up his shirt to revel a white undertop with phrases in black: “Libertad Para Papa” (Freedom For Dad).
Though his aim — off the shoulder after an awesome leap — had damaged Luton followers’ hearts, they too joined Liverpool supporters in a wave of applause for Diaz as he left the pitch.
“We’re supporting him and feeling his pain — but for him it’s a different level,” stated Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson.
Colombia’s National Liberation Army (ELN) guerrillas have stated they may launch Luis Manuel Diaz, as they did Diaz’s mom. That can’t come quickly sufficient for participant and membership.
“A wonderful moment. But it doesn’t change the situation. The most important thing is that his father gets released,” Klopp stated of the aim within the fifth minute of added time.
“We knew he would be a threat. We didn’t know how long he would play because he only had a few sessions with the team. But that is not the most important part today. He scored the goal but we need to see some improvement in Colombia.”
(This story has not been edited by News18 employees and is printed from a syndicated information company feed – Reuters)
