He had suddenly collapsed on the pitch: Nacional footballer Juan Izquierdo has passed away
Star player Juan Izquierdo, who lost consciousness during the Copa Libertadores match between Nacional and Sao Paulo, has passed away. The Uruguayan player had been in intensive care for 4 days.
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Sad news has arrived regarding Uruguayan star Juan Izquierdo, who lost consciousness due to a heart arrhythmia during the quarter-final match between Nacional and Sao Paulo in the Copa Libertadores, known as the Champions League of South America.
Izquierdo had suddenly collapsed during the match and was taken to the hospital after receiving initial intervention on the pitch.
It was announced that Izquierdo passed away in the morning hours despite all interventions. His club, Nacional, released a statement following the star footballer's death. The statement included the following expressions:
Nacional Football Club, with the deepest pain and impact in our hearts, announces the passing of our beloved player Juan Izquierdo, and we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones. All of Nacional mourns this irreparable loss. Rest in peace Juan, you will be with us forever.