Raphael Dwamena's Father Says The Family Has Been In Tears Since The Player Died While Playing Match
- The family of late Ghanaian footballer Raphael Dwamena is pleading for help from the Ghanaian government and football authorities to bring his body home for burial
- Dwamena suddenly collapsed on the pitch and could not be revived by medics, after which he tragically died at age 28 during a match in Albani
- His grieving father also says the family is still in tears and added that they hope to lay him to rest in Ghana but need assistance repatriating his body
The family of Ghanaian footballer Raphael Dwamena is pleading for assistance to bring his body back home after the 28-year-old tragically passed away on Saturday during a match in Albania.
Patrick Akoto Sefa, Dwamena's father, told local radio station Peace FM that the entire family has been devastated and crying nonstop since hearing the tragic news.
"We've spoken to his wife and she indicated that they were making provisions to secure a flight to bring the body to Ghana," Sefa said.
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Appealing for Government and Football Association Support
Sefa made an urgent appeal to the government of Ghana and the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to help facilitate and fund the repatriation of Dwamena's body for burial in his home country.
"We need help to bring the body to Ghana. We are appealing to the Ghana Football Association and all persons to help us bring the body to Ghana," he pleaded.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest on the Pitch
Dwamena collapsed suddenly on the pitch during a match between his club FK Egnatia and Partizani Tirana. Medics rushed onto the field but were unable to revive the striker.
The Ghanaian footballer's unexpected death at just 28 years old has sent shockwaves through the football community. Dwamena's former clubs, including Red Bull Salzburg, have mourned the tragedy.
Now his family hopes Ghanaian authorities will help them lay Dwamena to rest on home soil. Their urgent appeals seek assistance to honour the footballer's life and grief-stricken loved ones.
Viral video shows late footballer dwamena's faith and calls to salvation
Meanwhile, a past video of late Ghanaian footballer Raphael Dwamena preaching online has gained widespread attention following the tragic news of his sudden death on the pitch in Albania.
In the video, Dwamena, who previously played for Levante UD, passionately speaks to his followers about the importance of salvation.
The emotional footage has resurfaced and gone viral after the Albanian Football Association confirmed the 28-year-old's passing during a match on Saturday.
The video provides a glimpse into Dwamena's strong Christian faith and evangelism efforts away from football. It serves as a poignant reminder of his beliefs amidst mourning his untimely death during play.
Heartwarming video emerges of late Raphael Dwamena serenading wife in touching moment
In another story, in a touching display of love, a video featuring the late Raphael Dwamena and his wife has surfaced online, capturing the poignant moment when the footballer was seemingly singing for his spouse.
Viewers, deeply moved by the emotional scene, have flooded social media with condolences for the grieving family.
Source: YEN.com.gh
