Marco Angulo Solórzano, 22, died from his injuries caused by a road accident on October 7.
Footballer Marco Angulo Solórzano, 22, died after being involved in a road accident on October 7 on the General Rumiñahui highway, in the city of Quito. .
The Ecuadorian team currently defending La Liga de Quito, led by Pablo “Vitamina” Sánchez, remained in critical condition for 35 days before dying due to the severity of the injuries caused by the accident.
It should be noted that in this accident two other footballers who accompanied him also died on the spot. Roberto Cavezas Simisterra, from Independiente Juniors, and Víctor Charcopa Nazareno from Canubrio FC.
According to the Ecuadorian press at the time, Angulo had suffered various injuries, including a fractured pelvis, right pneumothorax and brain edema, among other complications. In fact, he had to undergo a decompressive craniectomy to try to reduce intracranial pressure.
His sporting life began as a player for Rocafuente Sporting Club in 2017, joining Independiente del Valle the same year he completed his training course in football. After that, he made his professional debut for the first team in 2021, being part of the team that ended up winning the Ecuadorian Serie A title after beating Emelec in the final. .
His first goal came in August 2022 in the 1–0 win over Deportivo Táchira in the quarter-finals of the Copa Sudamericana, a competition they capped by winning the continental trophy after beating Sao Paulo in the final. .
He also played for Independiente Juniors, FC Cincinnati and La Liga de Quito. He was a Copa Libertadores Under 20 champion with Independiente del Valle and was twice called up to represent the Ecuadorian senior team.
At the international level, Angulo has represented Ecuador in the youth categories: he participated in the 2019 South American Sub 17 Championship in Peru and in the category World Cup which was played the same year in Brazil and He made his debut for the senior team on 12 November 2022 in a friendly match against Iraq, ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. .
Reactions
Once the death was confirmed, the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) and the LDU expressed their regrets. In a statement, his club shared that “It is with deep pain and sadness that we regret to announce the passing of our beloved player Marco Angulo. We extend our condolences to his family and loved ones. His departure is an irreparable loss that will leave an indelible mark in our hearts. “, they said.
For its part, the FEF also expressed its regrets for the death of the footballer. “Former member of the La Tri national team, who, with his talent and dedication, defended the colors of our country at every opportunity. Marco was not only an exceptional player, but also a great teammate . He leaves a deep pain in our hearts, especially among all of us who shared countless trips, rallies and games with him. We stand in solidarity with his family, colleagues and loved ones, wishing them courage in this very difficult time,” they wrote.
Source: Latercera
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