Uruguayan footballer Juan Izquierdo, a 27-year-old defender for Nacional, has tragically passed away after collapsing on the pitch during a Copa Libertadores match against Sao Paulo on August 22. The shocking incident occurred in the 84th minute of the game, with Izquierdo collapsing suddenly without any contact from other players. He was immediately given medical attention on the field and rushed to an intensive care unit.
Izquierdo had been receiving treatment for an irregular heartbeat since the incident and was placed on a ventilator, with neurological care being administered from Monday. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, Izquierdo’s condition did not improve, and his passing was announced by Nacional on social media. The club expressed their profound sorrow, offering heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones. “It is with the deepest sorrow and shock in our hearts that the Club Nacional announces the death of our beloved player Juan Izquierdo,” the club posted on X.
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The news of Izquierdo’s death has sent shockwaves through the football community, with tributes pouring in from around the world. A spokesperson for Sao Paulo, the team Nacional was facing when Izquierdo collapsed, called it a “sad day for football.” Inter Miami striker Luis Suarez, a fellow Uruguayan, expressed his grief, saying, “Pain, sadness, it is hard to explain. May he rest in peace. I wish a lot of strength for his family and friends.”
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In response to the tragedy, Uruguay’s first and second division football leagues were postponed over the weekend as a mark of respect. Izquierdo’s passing is a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life, even for professional athletes, and the entire football community is mourning the loss of a talented and beloved player.
