Ecuador’s Angulo, 22, dies a month after automotive crash

Ecuador worldwide Marco Angulo has died on the age of twenty-two simply over a month after being severely injured in a automotive crash, his membership have introduced.

The LDU Quito midfielder had been in hospital for the reason that incident on 7 October within the south of Ecuador’s capital Quito.

Reports in Ecuador, exterior mentioned he underwent a number of operations and spent over per week in intensive care, earlier than passing away on Monday night time.

“With deep sorrow and sadness, we regret to have to inform you of the death of our dear player Marco Angulo,” LDU Quito, who play in Ecuador’s high flight, mentioned in an announcement on Tuesday morning.

“We convey our condolences to his household and his family members.

“His passing is an irreparable loss which will leave an indelible mark in our hearts.”

A midfielder for MLS membership FC Cincinnati, Angulo joined LDU Quito on mortgage with an possibility to purchase in March.

Angulo made 16 appearances for the membership. His final look got here on 6 October – a day earlier than the automotive crash.

Angulo made his debut for Ecuador in November 2022, approaching instead in a 0-0 draw towards Iraq, and earned three caps for his nation.

“The Ecuadorian Football Association expresses its deepest sympathy over the death of Marco Angulo,” an announcement from the governing physique learn.

“Marco was not solely an impressive participant but in addition a terrific team-mate. He leaves a deep sorrow in our hearts, particularly in these of us who went with him on numerous journeys, and to coaching camps and matches.

“Rest in peace, Angulito.”

According to Ecuadorian reviews, Independiente del Valle footballer Roberto Cabezas and a pal, Victor Carcopa, additionally died within the accident.

There had been two different passengers within the automotive on the time. Their situation is unknown.