Colombia is anxiously awaiting news on Radamel Falcao’s injury sustained during a Coupe de France match against Chasselay. The injury, identified as an anterior cruciate ligament injury to his left knee, could jeopardize Falcao’s participation in the 2014 World Cup. While Falcao expressed hope on Twitter, specialists estimate his chances at just 10%. Meanwhile, amateur player Soner Ertek, who tackled Falcao during the match, has received death threats from Colombians. The situation draws parallels with the tragic fate of Andrés Escobar, who was murdered in 1994 after scoring an own goal during the World Cup, highlighting the deep connections between football, drug, and betting circles in Colombia.
COLOMBIA: FALCAO’S INJURY AND DEATH THREATS, THIS AFFAIR REMINISCENT OF THE ASSASSINATION OF ANDRÈS ESCOBAR
