Freddy Rincón: Fifa, Conmebol and the world of football mourn his death

Fifa expressed its regret on Thursday for the death of former Colombian soccer player Freddy Rincónwho died as a result of the injuries he suffered last Monday in a traffic accident in the Colombian city of Cali.

“We join many in the world of football in remembering Freddy Rincón. Our deepest condolences go out to his loved ones, former teammates and fans of the clubs he played for and the national team, which he represented in three World Cups. Rest in peace,” FIFA broadcast on social media.

Rincón, 55, a former Corinthians and Real Madrid player, among other teams, was traveling in a van along with three other people that crashed early Monday morning against a public service bus in Cali, capital of the Valle del Cauca department. .

Conmebol and other reactions

From the president of Conmebol, the Paraguayan Alejandro Domínguez, to former teammates such as Iván René Valenciano or the Ecuadorian Alex Aguinaga and numerous clubs have shown their condolences for the death of former Colombian player Freddy Rincón, who died this morning, at the age of 55, by not overcoming the injuries that occurred on Monday in a traffic accident in Cali.

Alejandro Domínguez (president of Conmebol): “I deeply regret the departure of Freddy Rincón. Thank you for leaving your mark on South American football. I send my condolences to his family and to Colombian football.”

Corinthians: “It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to a great idol. Our captain in the first world title, Freddy Rincón, passed away this Thursday morning. Eternally in our hearts.”

Alex Aguinaga (star and captain of the Ecuadorian national team in the 90s of the last century): “RIP dear friend. It was always a pleasure to share the field with you. To his relatives my condolences and prompt resignation. Freddy
Corner”.

Iván René Valenciano (former Colombian international): “See you always Freddy
Corner! I love you forever brother. Thanks for everything crack!” – América de Cali: “Football is in mourning. Freddy Rincón, Colombian football legend, has passed away. We express our solidarity and sincere condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.” “Thank you for so many joys, Colossus!”

EFE