JUST IN: Ex-Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo dies after collapsing during match

Former Super Eagles striker, Michael Eneramo, is dead.

According to a report by SCORENigeria on Friday, Eneramo reportedly slumped and died while playing a football match in Kaduna State.

The 40-year-old was said to be featuring at the Angwan Yelwa pitch in the Television area of Kaduna when the incident occurred.

The former international came on as a substitute in the second half before collapsing without any contact.

A source, speaking with the outlet, said, “He slumped and died right on the spot. Efforts to revive him were unsuccessful.

“He was pronounced dead at the hospital.”

Eneramo, who had retired from professional football, previously played for several clubs, including Besiktas of Turkey, Tunisian side Esperance, and Nigerian club Lobi Stars.

Before his death, he was said to be running a football academy.

Meanwhile, the official Super Eagles X handle mourned the former striker on Friday, posting his picture with the caption, “Rest in peace Michael.”

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