Former Super Eagles forward Michael Eneramo has passed away at the age of 40 after collapsing during a football match in Kaduna State.
According to reports, the incident occurred at the Angwan Yelwa pitch in the Television area of Kaduna, where Eneramo had come on as a second-half substitute. He was said to have slumped suddenly without any physical contact while playing.
Eyewitnesses revealed that efforts were made to revive him on the spot before he was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Eneramo, who had retired from professional football, enjoyed a career that saw him feature for clubs such as Beşiktaş J.K., Espérance Sportive de Tunis, and Lobi Stars F.C..
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After hanging up his boots, he remained close to the game, reportedly running a football academy and contributing to grassroots development.
The Nigerian football community has since been thrown into mourning, with the Super Eagles paying tribute to the late striker in a brief message: “Rest in peace Michael.”
His sudden death has once again raised concerns about health emergencies in sports, particularly at recreational levels where immediate medical support is often limited.
