25-year-old footballer Quévin Castro dies during match in Portugal

Portuguese footballer Quévin Castro has died at the age of 25 after collapsing during a match in Portugal. The midfielder passed away on Saturday while playing in a preparation game for his club, Real Sport Clube, against Estrela da Amadora.

Real Sport Club confirmed Castro's death in a statement, expressing profound sadness and immense grief. The club described Castro as "much more than a player," emphasizing that he was an integral part of their family and left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him, both on and off the field. Castro played for the club in the amateur categories of Portuguese football this season.

According to Portuguese press reports, Castro began to feel unwell early in the training match. He received on-field medical attention, including the use of a defibrillator, before being transported to a hospital. Tragically, his death was confirmed at the hospital.

Castro spent a significant portion of his career in England. He previously played for historic clubs such as West Bromwich Albion and Notts County, and was part of Chelsea's under-23 setup. His return to Portuguese football this season marked a new chapter before his untimely passing.

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Quévin Castro was much more than a player, he was an integral part of our family and has left an indelible mark on all those who lived with him, both on and off the field.