Liverpool - Luis Diaz dedicates goal against Luton to kidnapped father
- November 7, 2023
- 12:34 AM
In a heartfelt and emotional moment, Luis Diaz, the talented Liverpool forward, revealed a T-shirt with the words “Libertad Para Papa” (“Freedom for Papa”) after scoring a late equalizer during his first match since his parents were abducted in Colombia. Diaz managed to secure a goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, earning Liverpool a 1-1 draw against Luton in the Premier League.
This moving gesture was in support of his father, who remains missing after being kidnapped by a guerrilla group known as ELN, which stands for the National Liberation Army. The abduction of Diaz’s parents occurred in Barrancas, a small town in Colombia, on October 28. Fortunately, his mother was rescued by the police shortly after the incident.
Image below: Luis Diaz showing his tshirt with message "Libertad Para Papa"
Luis Diaz shows heroic gesture by willing to play despite the horror.
After missing two Liverpool games, Diaz returned to training and expressed his readiness to play against Luton. Manager Jurgen Klopp included him on the bench, and he made his appearance in the 83rd minute. His goal, which appeared to come off his shoulder from Harvey Elliott’s cross, spared Liverpool from the embarrassment of losing to one of the Premier League’s less formidable teams.
Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool’s manager, acknowledged the significance of the moment but emphasized that the primary concern is the safe return of Diaz’s father. He shared that there were “positive” negotiations underway regarding the release of Diaz’s father.
Video below: Highlights of the match between Liverpool and Luton
Tahith Chong, playing for Luton, seemed poised to be the match-winner, converting a finish during an 80th-minute counterattack that followed a Liverpool corner. This result could have been a monumental victory for Luton, especially considering their rise from the non-leagues and financial difficulties in the past.
Luton’s manager, Rob Edwards, expressed immense pride in the club’s performance and determination, recognizing the tremendous effort put forth by the team. He emphasized their determination to compete and not relinquish their current position in the Premier League, despite facing formidable opponents.
This touching display of support for Luis Diaz’s family, combined with the determination of both Liverpool and Luton, made this match more than just a football game; it was a testament to the power of unity and resilience in the face of adversity
Luis Diaz - Colombian Government's efforts
The Colombian government has confirmed that Luis Díaz, the father of Liverpool footballer Luis Díaz, was abducted by left-wing rebels from the National Liberation Army (ELN). This incident occurred when Luis Manuel Díaz and his wife were taken at gunpoint on a Saturday. His mother was left behind in a car as the kidnappers fled, but the gunmen took away his father.
The Colombian government has confirmed that Luis Díaz, the father of Liverpool footballer Luis Díaz, was abducted by left-wing rebels from the National Liberation Army (ELN). This incident occurred when Luis Manuel Díaz and his wife were taken at gunpoint on a Saturday. His mother was left behind in a car as the kidnappers fled, but the gunmen took away his father.
In response to the abduction, a significant deployment of hundreds of police and soldiers has been initiated to secure his release. Initially, the police had pointed towards a criminal gang as the likely culprits. However, a government delegation involved in peace negotiations with the ELN has now officially confirmed that the kidnapping was executed by “a unit belonging to the ELN.”
Reports indicate that a representative of the ELN has expressed their intent to release Díaz’s father in the upcoming days, offering a glimmer of hope in this distressing situation.
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