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FC Cincinnati's Marco Angulo dies from injuries sustained in a car accident in October

FC Cincinnati midfielder Marco Angulo has died as a result of a car accident. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean, File)

FC Cincinnati midfielder Marco Angulo died as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident on October 7 in Ecuador.

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of Marco – a husband and father, a brother and son, a friend and teammate,” FC Cincinnati said in a statement. “He was a cheerful, friendly young man who brightened up every room he walked into. Our entire club mourns this tragedy and we are thinking and praying for his family. He was and will continue to be a valued member of the FC Cincinnati family.”

Roberto Cabezas, a youth teammate of Angulo who played for Ecuador's Club Deportivo Independiente Juniors, was also killed.

Angulo, 22, was a passenger in the car that crashed into a metal barrier on the Rumiñahui highway southeast of Quito. Angulo, who moved to FC Cincinnati in December 2022 and was on loan at Ecuadorian club LDU Quito this season, suffered a bruised lung and serious head injuries. He was in an induced coma until he succumbed to his injuries on Monday evening.

“Marco was a talented young midfielder for FC Cincinnati last season, helping the club capture the Supporters' Shield, before continuing his development on loan with LDU Quito in his native Ecuador,” an MLS statement said. “We extend our condolences to Marco’s wife and son, as well as his entire family, friends, teammates and the football community during this difficult time. We will miss him very much.”

Angulo also represented Ecuador at youth and senior level. The country's football association said in a statement that he “defended the colors of our country at every opportunity with his talent and commitment.” Marco was not only an outstanding player, but also a great teammate. He leaves a deep pain in our hearts.”

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