The national soccer teams of Argentina and Colombia clashed on Sunday at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, drawing a crowd that included numerous entertainment industry stars. Among them was Colombian singer Maluma, who enjoyed the match, which Argentina ultimately won, alongside other colleagues. The game was one of high excitement for Maluma, as evidenced by images of him circulating on social media. Some videos even went viral, showing him in his VIP box shouting and raising his fist, actions that many interpreted as being directed at Argentine fans.
However, Maluma took to his Instagram to clarify what really happened. "I wanted to come on here, on my social media, to greet you all and talk a little about what happened during that match against the Argentine national team," began the artist, also known as Papi Juancho. He acknowledged that he experienced the match with the fervor of a true soccer enthusiast. "My people, that’s nonsense. Don’t believe everything you see on social media. I wasn’t fighting with anyone at all. I stood up there, even shouting at people on my own team, my people from Colombia, to get up from their seats. To start vibing like we were because the match was very tense, very difficult. And well, you know how one gets with the passion of soccer," he explained, addressing and debunking the rumors of any altercation.
Clarifying Maluma's Actions During the Copa América Final
Given the confusion surrounding Maluma's behavior during the Copa América final, here are some frequently asked questions to provide clarity.
Why did Maluma shout and raise his fist during the match?
Maluma clarified that his gestures were aimed at encouraging his fellow Colombian fans to get more involved in the game, not at picking a fight with Argentine fans.
Did Maluma have any conflicts with Argentine fans?
No, Maluma explicitly stated on his Instagram that he did not have any altercations with Argentine fans during the match.