The Colombian Football Federation (FCF) has condemned the death threats directed at midfielder Jaminton Campaz and his family following Colombia’s FIFA World Cup 2026 exit. The federation described the abuse as unacceptable and called on authorities to take swift legal action against those responsible.

Jaminton Campaz targeted after Colombia’s penalty shootout defeat

Colombia’s World Cup campaign ended in dramatic fashion after a penalty shootout loss to Switzerland in the Round of 16. Campaz came under intense scrutiny after missing a clear scoring opportunity during extra time, although he successfully converted his penalty in the shootout. Colombia eventually lost 4-3 on penalties, prompting a wave of online abuse that escalated into death threats against the midfielder and his family.

Reacting to the situation, Campaz posted an emotional message on social media, urging supporters to show respect despite the disappointment. He acknowledged the pain of the defeat but stressed that football should never lead to hatred or violence. The 26-year-old also thanked fans who stood by him and vowed to come back stronger.

Federation seeks legal action, urges respect for players

Backing the midfielder, the Colombian Football Federation strongly denounced the threats and reaffirmed its support for Campaz. The governing body urged Colombia’s Attorney General’s Office to investigate the matter and identify those responsible for the intimidation.

The federation emphasized that football is built on passion and competition but should always be played and followed with respect. It said no player should face violence or threats for representing the national team and called on supporters to reject abusive behaviour both online and offline.

The incident has also brought back painful memories of one of Colombian football’s darkest chapters. In 1994, defender Andrés Escobar was murdered shortly after scoring an own goal at the FIFA World Cup in the United States. While the circumstances are different, the federation said the latest episode serves as a reminder that sporting frustration must never cross the line into real-world aggression.

The FCF concluded by urging fans to stand behind the national team in both victory and defeat, insisting that players deserve support and respect for their commitment to representing Colombia on the world stage.