Santiago, July 2, 2024 — In a bizarre incident that highlights the passion for football in South America, a family in Chile paused the funeral of a recently deceased relative to watch a football game. Indian media NDTV reported the incident on Tuesday.

According to the report, a video of the unusual event has gone viral on social media. The video shows the family gathered around a big screen, watching a Copa America match between Chile and Peru, with the coffin of their deceased relative placed beside them.

The family went to great lengths to honor both the deceased and their love for football. They decorated the coffin with flowers and jerseys of football players. The video has elicited mixed reactions online, with one social media user humorously commenting, "Game first, everything later."

This incident underscores the deep-rooted cultural significance of football in South America, where the sport often transcends other aspects of life.