By Charles Igbo
The Nigerian and Italian football community are in deep mourning. This follows the shocking and sudden passing of footballer, Emmanuel King Okoye.
The 25-year-old midfielder collapsed during a match on Wednesday.
Okoye was on a visit to family in Nigeria when the tragic incident which took his life occured.
Police Department reports from Notiziario del Calcio and the City of Canicattini said that the footballer sustained a serious head injury in a collision on the field. He collapsed as a result of the impact.
All efforts to revive him by emergency responders proved futile. He passed.
Okoye’s passing has shocked his fans in Italy where the footballer spent much of his playing career with various amateur clubs which include Acri, Palmese, Trebisacce, Tricarico Pozzo di Sicar, Campora, San Fili, and Promosport.
Paying a tribute to its former player, Canicattini Calcio said, “The Pol.D. City of Canicattini is in mourning. Yesterday, April 29, while participating in a match in Nigeria – during what was meant to be a time of peace and family gathering – former Canary striker Emmanuel King Okoye tragically lost his life at the tender age of 25.
“A former player of Acri and Palmese, Emmanuel donned the Giallorossi jersey during the 2018-2019 season. He was known for his dedication, integrity, and love for the game.
“Now, only memories remain, from the outstanding goal he scored in Mazzarrone to the close bond he shared with Massimo Ficara, another angel—like him—who left us far too soon.
“The president, management, coaching staff, and all Canarian athletes extend their condolences to the Okoye family. Farewell, Emmanuel.”
Okoye is the second footballer of Nigerian origin to pass away within the past week. A few days ago, former Super Eagles and Esperance striker Michael Eneramo collapsed and died on the pitch in Ungwan Yelwa, Kaduna.
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