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Ex-West Brom Star Quevin Castro dies after collapsing during match
Former West Bromwich Albion midfielder Quevin Castro has died at the age of 25 after collapsing during a pre-season friendly in Portugal.
Castro was playing for Portuguese club Real Sport Clube against top-flight side Estrela da Amadora on Saturday when he suddenly collapsed in the first half at the Estádio das Seixas.
Medical personnel quickly attended to the player and provided treatment before he was rushed to a hospital. However, Castro later died despite the efforts to save his life.
The young midfielder had previously played for West Bromwich Albion before continuing his career in Portugal. His death has shocked the football community, with tributes expected from clubs, teammates and fans.
The Lisbon Football Association confirmed Castro’s death in a statement, while Real Sport Clube described him as much more than a player and an integral member of the club’s family.
The match was subsequently brought to an end following the tragedy.
West Brom said they were “devastated” by the news.
The Championship club will honour Castro before Sunday’s match against Burnley with a period of applause in the 25th minute and players wearing black armbands.
Castro joined West Brom in 2021 after impressing during a trial and made his first-team debut against Arsenal in the Carabao Cup. He later made a Championship appearance against Swansea City.
He subsequently spent time on loan with Burton Albion, Notts County and Gateshead before joining York City in 2023. He also represented several other English clubs before returning to Portugal.
Castro had celebrated his 25th birthday just six days before his death.
His former clubs and colleagues have paid tribute to the midfielder, with Estrela da Amadora expressing their deepest condolences to Castro’s family, friends and everyone at Real Sport Clube.
The cause of death has not been officially disclosed.
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