Breaking News : Marc-Vivien Foe Collapse in the Match Semi-final

JUNE 26, 2003 – JUNE 26, 2024 = 21 YEARS

German referee Markus Merk (G) and Colombian defender Mario Yepes (D) call the doctors as Marc-Vivien Foé is on the pitch during the Confederations Cup semi-final, June 26, 2003, in Gerland. Lyon Stadium.

The French coach of the Tunisian team Roger Lemerre had stated on June 17, 2005 that the Confederations Cup that was being held in Germany had reminded him of the tragic death of his friend, the Cameroonian international midfielder Marc-Vivien Foe, during the competition two years ago.

■Foe collapsed on the pitch during Cameroon’s 1-0 victory in the semi-final against Colombia and doctors were not able to resuscitate the 28-year-old player, whose death was announced shortly after the final whistles