CAF mourns the tragic passing of Christian Atsu

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expressed sadness over the now confirmed death of Ghana international player, Christian Atsu. He was one of over 35 thousand reported to have died in the earthquake in Turkey over twelve days ago.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe

CAF in its condolence dished out Saturday said: “CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe and African Football Family conveys heartfelt condolences to his family and Ghanaian Football Family.”

Atsu, represented Ghana 65 times, played for a number of clubs including Everton, Chelsea, Newcastle in England and Porto. At the time of his tragic death, he was plying his trade in Turkey for Hatayspor. Tributed have continued to pour in for the former Chelsea ace who died at 31.

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