The Ecuadorian player Quito League Marco Angulowho suffered a serious traffic accident 39 days ago, died this morning, as confirmed by his club and the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF). The 22-year-old international spent more than a month with a reserved prognosis in a hospital in the Ecuadorian capital, until today his tragic death was known, as a result of the injuries that occurred in the early hours of October 7, after colliding at high speed with some workers’ protection fences on a highway in Quito.
Angulo and four other people were traveling in the vehicle. With the death of the international, three people died in the accident; Roberto Cabezas Simisterra, full back of Independiente Juniors, and Víctor Charcopa Nazareno. Both the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) and its club, Liga de Quito, have published a statement on their social networks, expressing their “deepest regret” and “deep pain and sadness” at the tragic news.
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“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,” lamented the Ecuadorian club. “We join in solidarity with his family, colleagues and loved ones, wishing them strength in this difficult time” added the Ecuadorian Football Federation.
