Warren Barton injured by projectile during Uzbekistan vs. Colombia match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:17 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Warren Barton was injured while commentating on Colombia's 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on June 18, 2026. Reports indicate Barton was struck by a projectile late in the match, causing him to bleed. Despite the injury, he continued his commentary alongside Jacqui Oatley. The match featured standout performances, including Luis Diaz assisting a goal and scoring one himself, contributing to Colombia's win that places them at the top of Group K.
- •Colombia leads Group K after defeating Uzbekistan.
- •Warren Barton injured by a projectile during the broadcast.
- •Luis Diaz played a key role in the match, assisting and scoring.
- •Jacqui Oatley accompanied Barton in the commentary.
- •The match took place at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup commentator Warren Barton ‘dripping with blood’ after being hit by projectile at Uzbekistan v Colombia
"The former Newcastle and England international, who was covering Colombia’s 3-1 win over Uzbekistan, was a victim of the wild atmosphere in Mexico City
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