Atletico Madrid Youngster Dies Of Coronavirus, Aged 14

By Akinwale Kasali

The deadly Pandemic, Covid-19 has dealt the Spanish League Club Side, Atletico Madrid a big blow, following the death of their promising youngster, Christian Minchola.

Tragedy struck today at the Spanish Capital, Madrid, as the highly-rated 14-year old Atletico Madrid star dies amid coronavirus Pandemic.

The late attacker has been impressive for the club’s youth team after joining them in the 2013/14 season.

Although the cause of his death is said to be the Coronavirus Pandemic, which he contacted few weeks ago,and the youngster’s impressive records at the club will not be forgotten in a hurry.

The attacker joined the La Liga club in the 2013/14 season and has recorded a staggering 50 goals for the club’s youth team.

Atletico shared the devastating news on their official Twitter page with the caption: Atletico de Madrid is mourning the passing of our Under-14 player Christian Minchola.

They continued: “We join in the grief of his family, teammates, and friends. May he rest in peace.”

Enrique Cerezo, the club’s president, further expressed his condolences to the player’s family, saying: “We are shocked by the sad news of the death of our player and deeply regret his loss.

“Atlético de Madrid and the entire athletic family will be next to Christian’s family and friends in these moments of immense pain.”

Spanish midfielder who also plays for the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium outfit Koke wrote: “Anger and pain at having to say goodbye to Christian Minchola.

“Life is very unfair. Proud that you have worn this shirt. Much support to colleagues, family and friends. Rest in peace.”

Minchola becomes the second player to have died from the Coronavirus Pandemic outbreak in Spain.