"Diaz's Father Freed from Rebel Group's Clutches"

Luis Diaz's father, who was kidnapped by the National Liberation Army (ELN) in Colombia, has been released. The Colombian government attributed the kidnapping to a faction of the ELN. Diaz's mother had been rescued earlier, and efforts were made to locate his father, who was feared to have been taken to Venezuela. Liverpool expressed their relief and gratitude for his safe return. The Colombian Football Federation emphasized the importance of keeping football separate from violence. Diaz, who scored a goal in a recent match, appealed for his father's release and thanked supporters for their solidarity.