Former Nigeria Striker Michael Eneramo Dies From Cardiac Arrest Throughout Pleasant Match In Kaduna

Former Nigeria striker Michael Eneramo has died after struggling a suspected cardiac arrest throughout a pleasant match in Kaduna, the Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) introduced on Friday. He was 40.

Eneramo reportedly collapsed on the pitch 5 minutes into the second half earlier than receiving medical consideration.

NFF Normal Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi described the loss of life as “devastating,” providing condolences to the previous participant’s household and the broader soccer group.

Eneramo earned 10 caps for Nigeria and performed a key position throughout the nation’s qualification marketing campaign for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, notably scoring in a vital 2-2 draw towards Tunisia.

At membership degree, he was broadly admired for his energy, dedication and goalscoring report, notably throughout a profitable spell with Tunisian aspect Esperance, the place followers nicknamed him “The Tank.”

He additionally performed professionally in Algeria, Saudi Arabia and Turkey throughout a profession that spanned a number of leagues.

Oluwagbemisola Babalola

Times Nigeria