Death of Juan Izquierdo, Uruguayan Soccer Player
Uruguayan soccer player Juan Izquierdo dies at 27 after collapsing during a match in Brazil
Key Points
- Collapsed during a Copa Libertadores match in Brazil
- Died at Hospital Albert Einstein in Sao Paulo
- Suffered cardiorespiratory arrest associated with cardiac arrhythmia
- Had been on a ventilator since Sunday
- Started professional career with Cerro and played for Nacional and Liverpool
Pros
- Remembered as a mentor and friend by teammates
- Contributed to his team's success
Cons
- Tragic loss of a young athlete
- Leaves behind a family