Former Ghanian striker passes away after collapsing during a match

By Arrey Egbe

The Albanian Federation has confirmed the demise of 28-year-old Raphael Dwamena.

The former Ghanaian international striker playing for Egnatia, passed away from a cardiac arrest during the match against Partizani in the Albanian Super league.

Dwamena collapsed on the field in the 24th minute of the match between Egnatia and Partizani on Saturday. Other players rushed over but despite immediate medical intervention, the player gave up the ghost.

Dwamena is Albanian Super League’s top goal scorer with nine goals in eight appearances for Ghana and scored twice.

The former Levante and Zaragoza player also made 8 appearances for Ghana and scored twice.