RIP! Belgian goalkeeper dies after throwing 12 yards- Now Sports

[Now Sports]A low-level league goalkeeper in Belgium suddenly fainted and died after saving 12 yards in the game.

The sudden death of goalkeeper Arne Espeel played for Winkel Sport’s B team. He was only 25 years old this year. In the game against Westrozebeke last week, he saved the opponent’s goal 12 yards in the second half to help the team maintain a 2:1 lead. , but passed out on the field soon after, and it is reported that he yelled “Yes!” before collapsing

Paramedics came in to give him first aid and installed a defibrillator, but unfortunately it didn’t help, and he was certified dead after being sent to the hospital. The club later issued a statement mourning the sudden death of the goalkeeper, and the coach of the team also said in grief in an interview: “This is an extremely heavy blow. I think some players still don’t realize the moment. What happened.”

It is reported that on the day Esbier fainted, his younger brother also came to the competition venue to cheer for his elder brother. Unexpectedly, he saw the sad scene of losing a loved one at the scene. On the past Monday, his family, together with all the club and fans, took to the streets to pay tribute to the deceased goalkeeper.

Image source: Image from the official website of the club