Footballer, 11, tragically dies as membership left ‘shattered’ in heartbreaking assertion
An 11-year-old footballer has tragically died with his “shattered” club sharing the heartbreaking news with an emotional statement on social media
His football club shared the tragic news
An 11-year-old footballer has tragically died, leaving his club “shattered” as they shared an emotional tribute on social media.
Hercules CF, who play in the Primera Federación – Spain’s third tier, shared the tragic news of the passing of Aitor Escribano, who was part of their Under 12s C team in a statement on Sunday evening (August 23).
The Spanish side said: “Today we write a message we never wanted to write. Hercules CF deeply regrets the passing of Aitor Escribano, a player on our Under-12 C team, at just 11 years old. Today the Hercules CF family is devastated.
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“We at Hercules CF want to send all our love, strength, and support to his family, friends, teammates, and everyone who had the privilege of sharing moments with him.
“In moments like this, there are no words capable of expressing the pain of such an unfair and incomprehensible loss. There are no words. Rest in peace, Aitor.”
Other Spanish clubs paid tribute, as rivals Elche responded: Elche: “From Elche Club de Futbol, we wish to convey our most sincere condolences for the passing of Aitor. Our affection and solidarity to all those who today suffer his loss.”
Espanyol said: “Our deepest condolences to little Aitor’s family, as well as to his friends and colleagues. All our comfort in these difficult times.”
As CF Benidorm added: “Sincere condolences from the CF Benidorm family. Lots of encouragement for the family and the club. A big hug. R.I.P.”
And Eldense CD replied: “From the Eldense CD we want to convey our deepest condolences for the passing of Aitor.
“All our love and strength to his family, friends, colleagues and to the entire Herculana family at this very difficult time. Rest in peace, Aitor.”
Meanwhile, the Valencian Community Football Federation said: “A very strong hug to the club and the family from all of our football team.”
