A heartbreaking moment in football as coach Francisco Garcia died at the age of 21 after contracted with COVID-19.
He was tested positive last week, having been sent to the Regional Hospital of Malaga for treatment.
Upon his arrival at the hospital, Garcia was found to be suffering from a form of leukaemia which made him more vulnerable to the virus.
The Spaniards has been the youth manager for Malaga-based club Atletico Portada Alta since 2016.
Garcia is the youngest person to have died from coronavirus to date, with the death rate at its highest among those over the age of 70.
Atletico Portada Alta official statement
“We want to express our deepest condolences to the family, friends and close friends of our coach Francisco García who has left us, unfortunately, today.
“Now what do we do without you, Francis? You were always there with us at Portada or wherever you were needed, helping out. How can we keep covering all those kilometres in the league?
“We don’t know how, but we will surely do it for you.
“We will not forget you, rest in peace, phenomenon. Until forever. ”
Second division outfit Malaga CF also expressed their condolences to Garcia’s friends and family in a short message on Twitter:
“From the club, we want to convey to Atlético Portada Alta our deepest condolences for the loss of one of their coaches, Francisco García, as well as send a warm hug to his family and friends. Together we must stop Covid-19.”