A Nigerian footballer, Adeyemi Adewale, tragically died on the field during the 5th edition of the Isiaka Adeleke Memorial Cup in Osun State. The incident occurred during the third-place match, prompting immediate medical attention, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
A footballer, Adeyemi Adewale, tragically lost his life after collapsing on the field during the 5th edition of the Isiaka Adeleke Memorial Cup in Osun State , Nigeria . The incident occurred on Thursday at the Ataoja School of Science in Osogbo, the state capital. Adewale, aged 29, was playing for the Ilesa West Local Government Area team against Ejigbo LGA in the third-place match of the competition when he suddenly collapsed in the 84th minute.
His teammates and medical personnel immediately rushed him to the Osun State University Teaching Hospital, but despite all efforts, he was pronounced dead upon arrival. Adewale, known affectionately as 'Maicon' among his peers, was a beloved member of the football community. The organizers of the Isiaka Adeleke Memorial Cup expressed their profound sorrow over the loss and offered condolences to his family, friends, teammates, and all those affected by this tragic event. They prayed for God's comfort and strength during this difficult time.The Isiaka Adeleke Memorial Cup is an annual football competition sponsored by Bamidele Salam, a member of the House of Representatives representing the Ede North/South, Egbedore/Ejigbo federal constituency of Osun State. The tournament is held in honor of the late Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, a former senator who passed away in 2017
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