Inter Milan’s Josep Martinez Involved in Tragic Road Accident
- Tragedy has once again hit the football world, as Inter Milan goalkeeper Josep Martinez was involved in a fatal road accident
- The heartbreaking incident occurred while the Spanish shot-stopper was en route to his team’s training session in Appiano Gentile, Italy
- Inter Milan cancelled a scheduled pre-match press conference on Tuesday afternoon ahead of their Serie A clash with Fiorentina
An 81-year-old man has sadly lost his life after his electric wheelchair collided with a car driven by Inter Milan goalkeeper Josep Martinez.
The tragic incident took place on the morning of Tuesday, October 28, 2025, along Via Bergamo in Fenegro, a quiet town in the province of Como.
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Inter Milan goalkeeper involved in fatal accident
According to reports from La Repubblica, the Inter Milan shot-stopper was on his way to training when the collision occurred at around 9:43 a.m.
Early findings from police suggest that the victim’s wheelchair may have unexpectedly swerved into the path of Martinez’s vehicle.
Emergency services, including helicopters and ambulances, arrived swiftly at the scene, but despite their best efforts, the man was pronounced dead moments later.
Investigators believe the elderly victim may have fainted or suffered a heart attack, causing him to lose control of his wheelchair.
Witnesses revealed that the 27-year-old immediately stopped his car and rushed to help, administering first aid before paramedics arrived. Unfortunately, his attempts could not save the man’s life.
The Spanish goalkeeper was said to be visibly shaken but remained fully cooperative with authorities as investigations continued, Besoccer reports.
Inter and football fans react to fatal accident
News of the accident spread quickly, drawing a wave of sympathy online. Below are some of the messages compiled by YEN.com.gh:
@Utdrules4ever mourned:
"OMG, such a tragedy with a disabled 81 yr old RIP."
@SiavoushF added:
"A tragedy for everyone involved."
@Anthony_Aloye_O simply wrote:
"This is sad."
@barelissima summed up:
"Devastating."
Meanwhile, Martinez's club, Inter Milan, responded by cancelling their scheduled pre-match press conference ahead of Wednesday’s Serie A fixture against Fiorentina.
The club has opted not to comment publicly on the matter out of respect for the deceased and his family.
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The Spaniard joined Inter Milan from Genoa in 2024 and has featured twice in Serie A this season as the team’s second-choice goalkeeper.
The heartbreaking event comes just three months after another road tragedy involving footballers Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, casting yet another shadow over the sport.
Just two weeks ago, a young footballer with a bright future ahead, José Antonio Barrientos López, tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident.
The football world now mourns alongside the family of the victim, united in grief over a moment that has left lasting sorrow in both the community and the Inter Milan camp.
Ghanaian club escapes road crash
In a related story, YEN.com.gh reported that Ghanaian club Na God FC narrowly escaped tragedy after a road accident on their way back from Ho.
The team’s head coach and seven players were injured, but thankfully, no lives were lost.
Proofreading by Omoleye Omoruyi, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
