A teenager footballer from Portugal has d!ed after being involved in a car crash
Yvann Martins, 19, played in the Portuguese second tier for UD Oliveirense
Reports say that Martins was driving a BMW near the city of Porto at around 8am Friday. His car is understood to have overturned in the Tunnel do Covelo.
Emergency services rushed to the scene but the 19-year-old tragically lost his life before they were able to get to him hospital. UD Oliveirense issued a statement which read: “It is with profound sadness and immense consternation that UD Oliveirense announces the tragic passing of Yvann Martins.
“A player on our Under-19 team, who was a victim of a road accident at the young age of 19.”
The club continued: “Yvann was much more than a player. “He was a humble, hard-working young man, always with a smile on his face, known for his team spirit and the way he knew how to be with his team-mates – a true team-mate and friend.”
Fans also paid their respects following the tragic news: “Rest in peace,” one posted on social media. “It is a great sadness to lose a child at such a young age. Lord, comfort this family in these painful moments.”
Another added: “My condolences to the family and friends.”
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