According to reports, former Super Eagles midfielder Emmanuel Ebiede died after suffering hepatomegaly, or an enlarged liver. On Friday, he died at Rivers State University Teaching Hospital in Port Harcourt.
Ebiede was a skilled footballer who played for the Flying Eagles in the African Youth Championship in 1995. He also played for SC Heerenveen and earned two Super Eagles caps, making his debut in a pre-World Cup friendly against Iran, where he helped secure a 1-0 victory.
Ebiede’s death was verified by David Doherty, a football administrator located in the United Kingdom, who expressed his condolences at the news. Doherty had previously attempted to raise funds for Ebiede’s treatment after learning of his sickness.
Ebiede’s death is a huge loss for the football community, and his legacy as a superb footballer will go on. During this terrible moment, our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.
Is Emmanuel Ebiede Alive?
What Happened To Emmanuel Ebiede? Emmanuel Ebiede, a former Eagles player, died after a liver ailment. Former Super Eagles attacking midfielder Emmanuel Ebiede has died. Lisa Ebiede, the former Nigerian youth international’s daughter, confirmed his death to TheCable on Friday night.