Former Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo has died at the age of 40 after collapsing during a football match in Kaduna.
According to reports, Eneramo was playing at the Angwan Yelwa pitch in the Television area of Kaduna when the incident occurred. He had been introduced in the second half of the game and reportedly fell to the ground without any physical contact.
Eyewitnesses said efforts to revive him on the pitch were unsuccessful before he was rushed to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Eneramo enjoyed a professional career that spanned multiple countries, featuring for clubs such as Beşiktaş J.K. in Turkey, Espérance Sportive de Tunis, and Lobi Stars F.C..
In 2008, he reportedly considered switching nationality to represent Tunisia at international level but later earned a call-up to the Nigerian national team in 2009. He made his debut on February 11, 2009, and scored his first international goal in his second appearance against the Republic of Ireland.
His sudden death has shocked the football community, with tributes expected from across Nigeria and beyond.
