Tragic! The former Marseille midfielder has died at the age of 35

2024-10-25 08:47:34Sport SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
 Tragic! The former Marseille midfielder has died at the age of 35
Abdelaziz Barrada

The former midfielder of Morocco and Marseille, Abdelaziz Barrada, has died at the age of 35.

The cause of death has not yet been confirmed, but media reports in Morocco claim he suffered a heart attack.

Barrada retired from football in 2021, having made 26 international appearances for his country, including playing at the 2012 London Olympics. He scored four goals, the last in 2015.

The Moroccan Football Federation paid tribute on social media, describing his death as a great loss.

"The Royal Moroccan Football Federation expresses its sincere condolences to the family of the former Moroccan footballer, the late Abdelaziz Barrada, and through them to his entire family and relatives, as well as the national football family," the statement said.

Barrada also played 64 times for Spanish club Getafe between 2011-2013 and scored twice for Marseille during his two seasons there between 2014-2016.

"The club wishes to express its sincere condolences to his family and share the pain of his loved ones," Marseille posted on social networks.

After his spell at the Ligue 1 club, Barrada played for Al-Nasr in the United Arab Emirates, Turkish side Antalyaspor and finally Lusitanos Saint-Maur in France, although he did not make any appearances before calling time on his career. his three years ago.

The French-born Barrada began his career in the reserve team at Paris St-Germain, who added on social media: "The club extends its heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time."


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