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Irish Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Teenage footballer dies during surgery as club tell of 'deep sadness'
A promising young footballer has tragically died while undewrgoing a knee operation. Argentine starlet Camilo Nuin, just 18 years old, sadly passed away while undergoing what is considered a common surgical procedure. Nuin was reported to have been operated on to address meniscal and cruciate ligament injuries in an effort to restore stability to his joint. However, the teenager's death was confirmed on Wednesday evening by his club, San Telmo, following the procedure at Clinica Espora in Adrogue, Buenos Aires. The cause of the reserve player's death has not yet been announced, with suggestions that an autopsy will be conducted once his body is transferred to the La Plata morgue. Many of Nuin's teammates in the reserve division only discovered the tragic news shortly before San Telmo's match against Defensores de Belgrano. Having joined the club in 2022, Nuin had previously spent time in the academy systems of Boca Juniors and Independiente. San Telmo are now observing a period of mourning and have extended their support to Nuin's loved ones, reports the Mirror. "It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Camilo Ernesto Nuin, a player in our youth and reserve divisions, who was undergoing surgery today," San Telmo stated. "The club will remain closed today as a sign of mourning. "We join his family, friends, and team-mates in this difficult time and remain at their disposal for anything they may need." The Argentine Football Association shared their sorrow in an official release, stating: "The Argentine Football Association, through its president Claudio Tapia and executive committee, expresses its sorrow at the death of Camilo Nuin and extends its condolences to the player's family." AFA chief Claudio Tapia wrote on social media: "A very sad piece of news that shakes the entire football world." Devastated, Nuin's father recounted to Telenoche the harrowing moments of learning about his son's passing. "He went into the operating room, and after an hour or so, they told me things were complicated, and they were resuscitating him," he revealed. "I didn't understand, because how could things get complicated? Are you resuscitating a person who's having knee surgery? And then someone else comes out and tells me, 'He's dead'." "I was in a daze . There are things I don't remember. I saw his mother on the floor. I grabbed the doctor and asked him what happened, why. I don't even remember the answers. Then I asked if I could see him. I saw him, I was with him, I hugged him, I kissed him , I promised him things he would have asked me to promise him, regarding his sister and his grandparents."
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Argentine footballer, 18, dies during tragic knee surgery as club releases emotional statement as they close for mourning
An 18-year-old Argentine footballer has tragically died after undergoing knee surgery. Camilo Nuin, who played for Buenos Aires-based San Telmo passed away on Wednesday evening, his club have confirmed. The youngster's cause of death is currently unknown. Nuin, a left-footed midfielder, played for Boca Juniors and Independiente's youth academies before joining second division side San Telmo in 2022. He was reportedly undergoing a procedure, commonly performed on athletes, to treat meniscal and cruciate ligament injuries to restore stability the joint Local reports claim an investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances of his death. Nuin, a left-footed midfielder, joined San Telmo in 2022 after progressing through the youth academies of Argentine powerhouses Boca Juniors and Independiente. In a statement, San Telmo wrote: 'It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Camilo Ernesto Nuin, a player in our youth and reserve divisions, who was undergoing surgery today. 'The club will remain closed today as a sign of mourning. 'We join his family, friends, and team-mates in this difficult time and remain at their disposal for anything they may need.' President of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) Claudio Tapia wrote on X: 'A very sad piece of news that shakes the entire football world.' The AFA added: 'The Argentine Football Association, through its president Claudio Tapia and executive committee, expresses its sorrow at the death of Camilo Nuin and extends its condolences to the player's family.'
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Footballer, 18, tragically dies during surgery as club mourn in 'deep sadness'
A teenage footballer passed away after heading to hospital for knee surgery on Wednesday with an investigation in the the Argentine player's death set to take place A young footballer has passed away while undergoing a knee operation. Argentine youngster Camilo Nuin, who was just 18 years old, tragically died while being treated in what is deemed a common surgery. Nuin, 18, is reported to have gone under the knife in a bid to deal with meniscal and cruciate ligament injuries to restore stability in his joint. But sadly, the teenager was confirmed dead on Wednesday evening by his club, San Telmo, having seen the procedure undertaken at Clinica Espora in Adrogue, Buenos Aires. The reserve player has not yet seen a cause of death announced, with it being suggested an autopsy will take place when his body is transferred to the La Plata morgue. Many of Nuin's team-mates in the reserve division only learned of the news soon before San Telmo's match against Defensores de Belgrano. Nuin had been with the club since 2022, having previously enjoyed spells in the academy set-ups of Boca Juniors and Independiente. San Telmo are observing a period of mourning and have offered their support to Nuin's friends and family. "It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Camilo Ernesto Nuin, a player in our youth and reserve divisions, who was undergoing surgery today," San Telmo said. "The club will remain closed today as a sign of mourning. "We join his family, friends, and team-mates in this difficult time and remain at their disposal for anything they may need." In a statement, the Argentine Football Association said: "The Argentine Football Association, through its president Claudio Tapia and executive committee, expresses its sorrow at the death of Camilo Nuin and extends its condolences to the player's family." President of the AFA Claudio Tapia posted on X: "A very sad piece of news that shakes the entire football world." Nuin's father, who shares his name, has since shared with Telenoche the heartbreaking details of how he discovered the player's death. 'He went into the operating room, and after an hour or so, they told me things were complicated, and they were resuscitating him," he said. "I didn't understand, because how could things get complicated? Are you resuscitating a person who's having knee surgery? And then someone else comes out and tells me, 'He's dead'. "I was in a daze . There are things I don't remember. I saw his mother on the floor. I grabbed the doctor and asked him what happened, why. I don't even remember the answers. Then I asked if I could see him. I saw him, I was with him, I hugged him, I kissed him , I promised him things he would have asked me to promise him, regarding his sister and his grandparents." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
7NEWS
5 days ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Promising footballer Camilo Nuin dies aged 18 during routine knee operation
Promising Argentine footballer Camilo Nuin has died aged 18 during a routine knee operation. The teenager was on the books at second-division club San Telmo. 'It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Camilo Ernesto Nuin, a player in our youth and reserve divisions, who was undergoing surgery today,' San Telmo said in a statement. 'The club will remain closed today as a sign of mourning. 'We join his family, friends, and teammates in this difficult time and remain at their disposal for anything they may need.' The exact cause of death during the surgery has not been released. Nuin was previously a member of the powerhouse Boca Juniors academy, while he also spent time as an Independiente youth player. Argentine football's governing body and a host of rival clubs rallied around San Telmo and mourned the loss of Nuin. 'The Argentine Football Association, through its president Claudio Tapia and executive committee, expresses its sorrow at the death of Camilo Nuin and extends its condolences to the player's family,' the AFA said.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Argentina footballer, 18, tragically dies during knee surgery as club reveal ‘deep sadness' and close for mourning
Tragic news Argentina footballer, 18, tragically dies during knee surgery as club reveal 'deep sadness' and close for mourning AN ARGENTINE footballer has died while undergoing knee surgery, it has been announced. The tragic news about Camilo Nuin, who was 18 years old, was confirmed on Wednesday evening by his club, San Telmo. 1 An Argentine footballer has died at the age of 18 during knee surgery Credit: AFP It is not clear what the cause of death was. A statement from the club said: "SAN TELMO IN MOURNING "With deep sorrow, we inform you of the passing of Camilo Ernesto Nuin, a player from our Youth Divisions and Reserve team, who was undergoing a surgical procedure today. "The club will remain closed during the day today as a sign of mourning. "We stand with his family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time, offering our full support for whatever they may need." The midfielder had played for the club since 2022. He Nuin previously had spells in the youth academy set-ups of giants Boca Juniors and Independiente. The Argentine football association also paid tribute, adding: "The Argentine Football Association, through its president Claudio Tapia and executive committee, expresses its sorrow at the death of Camilo Nuin and extends its condolences to the player's family." San Telmo play in the second division of the Argentina football pyramid. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball.
