Nasarawa United's Chieme Martins passed away after collapsing on the field during Sunday’s Nigeria Professional League clash against Katsina United.
The player went down after a collision with an opposing player while the clash was still goalless
The ambulance was stationed at the stadium reportedly failed to start after Martins was rushed off the pitch, causing a delay in seeking medical treatment for the player.
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It is understood he was later taken to hospital in a press vehicle, but medics failed to revive him and he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.