So young! The Marreco Futsal player dies at the age of 31

So young! The Marreco Futsal player dies at the age of 31


André Augusto Pereira de Abreu Barros, Marreco Futsal player, dies prematurely and the cause comes to light; The athlete had been hospitalized since December 24




Brazilian futsal is mourning the passing of André Augusto Pereira de Abreu Barros31 year old Marreco Futsal player, Monday afternoon (30th), in Pato Branco, Paraná. The cause of death was suspected bacterial meningitis, for which the athlete had been hospitalized since December 24th.

André was an organ donor

Born in Sao Paulo-SP, Andrew leaves a wife, Cibeli Ostetto Amadigi Barrosand a son, Matthew Augustus. The club announced that he was an organ donor and that his family had agreed to the operation, which was made possible thanks to the elimination of bacteria thanks to the drugs he received during his hospitalization.

According to preliminary information, Andrew he began to experience severe headaches while in Mariópolis, a city near Pato Branco. He received treatment at the local emergency room before being transferred to São Lucas Hospital, where he began treatment for bacterial meningitis. Although tests have been carried out, the results are still awaited.

André’s wife mourns the death of her husband

The player’s wife shared an emotional message on her social media. “Today I lost the most incredible person I have ever met in my life, my friend, partner, partner in everything, husband, father of my son and love of my life… His last match was against bacterial meningitis and unfortunately we lost the match.. But he scored his last goal by donating his organs and saving many lives… We love you, our warrior”he declared Cibeli.

André’s career at Marreco Futsal

Andrew He played with the number 4 shirt for Marreco and had two experiences at the club: the first in 2019 and the second from 2022. During his career at Marreco he played 64 games and scored 12 goals. Before his time at Marreco Futsal, he played at clubs such as Lagoa Futsal, Joaçaba and Chopinzinho.

The club mourned the loss

In an official statement, Marreco Futsal expressed deep regret for the loss of the athlete. The statement highlights this “André always showed joy and respect on the pitch in every minute he played”, highlighting his dedication and humility as key characteristics that marked his presence in the team. As a sign of respect and mourning for the player’s premature departure, the club declared a five-day official mourning period.

The wake of Andrew will take place initially in Mariópolis and subsequently in São Paulo-SP, where the burial will take place.

Source: Terra

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