FC Cincinnati midfielder Marco Angulo died at the age of 22 five weeks after sustaining serious injuries in a car accident.
Angulo, who is on loan at Ecuadorian club LDU Quito this season, was involved in an accident in the Ecuadorian capital on October 7 and died 35 days later at a local hospital.
FC Cincinnati said in a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the loss of Marco, a husband, father, brother, son, friend and teammate.
“He was a cheerful and kind young man who brightened up every room he entered. Our entire club is saddened by this tragedy and his family is in our thoughts and prayers. He is a member of the FC Cincinnati family. He was a valued member of the family and will be missed.”
Angulo was one of five people in a car that crashed into a metal structure on the highway, and was the third person to die after the incident. Independiente Juniors full-backs Roberto Cabezas Simistera and Victor Charcopa Nazareno also lost their lives.
“It is with deep pain and sadness that we announce the death of our player Marco Angulo,” LDU Quito said in a statement on Tuesday.
“We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. His departure is an irreparable loss and will leave an indelible mark in our hearts. May you rest in peace.”
Angulo was capped three times for his country and the Ecuadorian Football Federation said in a statement: “He was not only a great player, but also a great teammate.”
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Angulo began his career with Independiente Juniors in his native Ecuador, before joining Independiente del Valle and then FC Cincinnati, where he is under contract until 2025.
He made 30 first-team appearances for the MLS club before joining LDU Quito on loan this season, making his final 18 appearances on 6 October.
Anglo is survived by his wife and young son.
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