Warren Barton injured by thrown object during World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 5:44 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Warren Barton was struck by a thrown object while commentating on the World Cup match between Uzbekistan and Colombia on June 17 at Azteca Stadium. His co-commentator Jacqui Oatley witnessed the incident, describing Barton as 'dripping with blood' after being hit. Barton later shared a selfie indicating he had a cut on his forehead but reassured that he was 'okay.' During the broadcast, concerns were expressed about the danger of such actions, emphasizing that the incident stemmed from fan frustration as the match neared its conclusion. Colombia won the match 3-1.
- •Warren Barton hit by a bottle during the match.
- •Jacqui Oatley confirmed Barton was bleeding from the head.
- •Barton expressed he was okay after the incident.
- •Colombia defeated Uzbekistan 3-1 in the match.
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Fox World Cup Broadcaster Left Bloodied After Fan Throws Objects Mid-Game
""Great game tonight except from being hit by a bottle," broadcaster Warren Barton wrote on X after the game
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