Marco Angulo, a 22-year-old Ecuadorian midfielder, passed away after several weeks in the hospital due to severe injuries. Angulo, who played for teams such as Liga de Quito, the Ecuador U-20 national team, and FC Cincinnati in MLS, was part of the Serie A in Ecuador, where he excelled in clubs like Rocafuerte FC and later at Independiente del Valle.
The young footballer participated in the South American U-17 Championship in 2019 and the U-17 World Cup in Brazil, playing four matches. Additionally, he was called up by former Argentine coach Gustavo Alfaro for training before the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Angulo stood out in various national and international competitions, achieving titles such as the Copa Sudamericana in 2022.
Marco Angulo's tragic death was due to severe traumatic brain injury sustained in a traffic accident on October 7. This incident also claimed the lives of two people traveling with him. Angulo had previously faced another car accident in Guayaquil in November 2022, where one of his cousins lost their life.
Marco Angulo leaves a legacy in Ecuadorian football, being recognized for his talent and promising career. His death has profoundly impacted the football community and his followers, who mourn the loss of a young talent who shone on the field.
