Marco Angulo, Ecuador International Footballer Dies At 22 (image-instagram/fabriziorom)
Ecuadorian footballer Marco Angulo has died from his injuries following a car accident and passed away early Monday morning. The 22-year-old international had been in a reserved condition for more than a month in a hospital in the Ecuadorian capital.
The tragic news of his death was announced today due to the injuries he sustained in the early hours of October 7. Angulo was travelling in the vehicle with four other people.
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The young midfielder was capped three times by the Ecuador national team. Immediately after the accident, the player was rushed to the hospital and underwent surgery.
Angulo during the accident had suffered a critical head injury, leading to a decompressive craniectomy, and a pulmonary contusion that necessitated a chest tube. He had been fighting for his life in hospital.
Liga de Quito mourned the loss in a heartfelt statement: “With deep pain and sadness, we regret to report the death of our beloved player Marco Angulo. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. His departure is an irreparable loss that will leave an indelible mark on our hearts.”
Team captain Ezequiel Piovi paid tribute via Instagram with the words, “May you rest in peace”.
The other people who have lost their lives in the devastating incident include his fellow footballers Roberto Cabezas Simisterra and Victor Charcopa Nazareno.
Angulo had joined FC Cincinnati in January 2023 from Independiente del Valle, for a reported $3m fee. He had, in total, made 20 appearances last season before his loan move.
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Following the tragic car accident last month, a statement was released expressing gratitude for the support shown to the young player. “Marco Angulo’s family express their sincere gratitude to the media and the community in general for the numerous displays of affection received in these difficult times. Marco still has a reserved prognosis and we respectfully request that the privacy of him and his loved ones be preserved in this circumstances,” it said.
