Tragedy in football: Raphael Dwamena died in the middle of the match

The football world is reeling from the news of the death of 28-year-old Ghanaian footballer Raphael Dwamena during an Albanian Super League match. The striker, who had experience at clubs such as Levante and Zaragoza in Spain, collapsed during the match played by his team, KF Egnatia, against Partizani Tirana for the 13th round of the tournament. The incident happened unexpectedly in the middle of the game. “Footballer Raphael Dwamena lost consciousness during the match and, despite the immediate intervention of specialist doctors and all subsequent efforts to bring him back to life, unfortunately the footballer passed away,” the Albanian Football Federation said. In addition, the federation announced the suspension of all matches scheduled for the weekend in all football championships in Albania as a mark of respect for this tragic loss.” We are devastated by the sad news of the passing of our former player Raphael Dwamena. We want to send all our love and affection to his family and loved ones. You will always be in the memory of all Zaragoza. Rest in peace,” Zaragoza wrote, while Levante shared: “On behalf of Levante, we want to express our sincerest condolences on the passing of our former player, Raphael Dwamena. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time. His legacy at our club will live on forever.” The footballer, born in 1985, began his professional career in Austria before moving to Zürich in Switzerland. His time in Spanish football left an indelible mark, playing a total of 24 games between Zaragoza and Levante. Subsequently, he transited through Denmark before returning to Austria and eventually joining KF Egnatia last season.

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