Gabonese football is in mourning following the sudden death of international striker Aaron Boupendza, who reportedly fell from a building in China. The 28-year-old passed away just months after joining Chinese Super League side Zhejiang FC.
The former Panthers forward had represented Gabon in 35 international matches, including the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon, where he played a key role for the national team.
Boupendza, who started his professional journey with CF Mounana in Gabon, built a career that spanned several countries; playing in France, Portugal, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Romania, the U.S., and most recently China. His global experience and goal-scoring prowess earned him a respected place in African football.
The Gabonese Football Federation (Fegafoot) confirmed the heartbreaking news, hailing him as “a great striker who made his mark during the Afcon in Cameroon” and offering condolences to his family.
Gen Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Gabon’s president-elect, also paid tribute, calling Boupendza “a talented centre-forward who brought honour to Gabonese football.”
Further details surrounding his death remain unclear, as investigations continue in China.Gabonese Striker Aaron Boupendza Dies in Tragic Fall in China*
Gabonese football is in mourning following the sudden death of international striker Aaron Boupendza, who reportedly fell from a building in China. The 28-year-old passed away just months after joining Chinese Super League side Zhejiang FC.
The former Panthers forward had represented Gabon in 35 international matches, including the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon, where he played a key role for the national team.
Boupendza, who started his professional journey with CF Mounana in Gabon, built a career that spanned several countries; playing in France, Portugal, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Romania, the U.S., and most recently China. His global experience and goal-scoring prowess earned him a respected place in African football.
The Gabonese Football Federation (Fegafoot) confirmed the heartbreaking news, hailing him as “a great striker who made his mark during the Afcon in Cameroon” and offering condolences to his family.
Gen Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Gabon’s president-elect, also paid tribute, calling Boupendza “a talented centre-forward who brought honour to Gabonese football.”
Further details surrounding his death remain unclear, as investigations continue in China.
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