Football/Surreal Scene in Colombia: Tigres FC President, Edgar Paez, Lost His Life Following Club’s Defeat
In a bizarre and tragic turn of events, Edgar Paez, the President of Tigres FC, lost his life last Saturday after his club’s defeat. According to reports from ESPN, Tigres FC suffered a 3-2 loss in the Colombian second division, which ultimately proved fatal for their president.
As the source explains, after the match, the club’s supporters expressed their discontent in the most horrifying way possible.
Indeed, the 63-year-old was driving home with his daughter after the disappointing match when he was attacked.
Two men on motorcycles near the stadium ambushed him and fatally shot him, as reported by local media.
Fortunately, his daughter escaped unharmed, and authorities are currently conducting an investigation into this tragic murder.
Following the president’s death, Tigres FC released an official statement: «The Tigres family and the sports community are devastated by this event. His dedication to the team and his commitment to the development of sports in our region have left an indelible mark on all those privileged to have known him».
A minute of silence will be observed in honor of Paez during the next two matchdays.
The Colombian Football Federation also extended its condolences to Paez’s family and team in a statement.
«The Colombian Football Federation and its Executive Committee mourn the passing of Mr. Édgar Paez, the president of Tigres FC Club. From Colombian football, we extend our condolences and stand by the side of his family, friends, and loved ones in their grief. Rest in peace ».
