A football match ended in tragedy after a young player collapsed and died.
Walter Argañaraz sadly lost his life after falling ill during the match.
The 22-year-old had been subbed off when he suddenly collapsed shortly after leaving the pitch.
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The match was brought to a halt with his teammates reportedly screaming for help.
Sadly, he died on 7 Nov, as reported by Need To Know.
The amateur football match took place in Lomas de Tafí, Tucumán, Argentina.
He was playing for Asenta FC at the time.
No official cause of death has been released, but medical reports stated that he arrived in cardiac arrest at Lomas de Tafí Hospital.
Footage of the moment was shared online, reportedly showing the shock among those present.
Tributes have poured in from the local football community, including from his club, Asenta FC.
The team said it had to say goodbye to “an extraordinary player”, adding: “We’re going to miss you, friend.”
Organisers of the CIB Campo Norte championship also paid tribute, saying football “reminds us that behind each shirt there is a person”.
Club Atlético Los Andes, which took part in the Lo+ Fútbol tournament, offered its condolences to his family and friends.
It also sent its support to former players Luciano Argañaraz and Ángel Costilla, who have suffered a family loss.
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