Gabonese Footballer Aaron Boupendza Dies in Tragic Fall

Gabon international footballer Aaron Boupendza has died at 28 after falling from a building in China. Boupendza played for Zhejiang FC and had a successful career in various leagues, including the Turkish Super Lig and Saudi Pro League.

Gabonese footballer Aaron Boupendza has died at 28 after falling from the 11th floor of a building in China. Boupendza played for Zhejiang FC in China and was a Gabon international striker.

The Gabonese football federation, Fegafoot, confirmed the tragic news, saying, “The Gabonese international died following a fall from the 11th floor of his building in China where he was playing for Zhejiang FC.” They added, “Aged 28, Boupendza leaves us with the memory of a great striker who left his mark on the CAN (Africa Cup of Nations) in Cameroon.” Fegafoot offered their “sincere condolences to his biological family.”

Gabon forward Aaron Boupendza has died following a fall from the 11th floor of a building in China, the Gabonese Football Federation (FEGAFOOT) said on Wednesday. He was 28. pic.twitter.com/PTm83AhbFU

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Gabonese president-elect Brice Oligui Nguema expressed his sadness over the tragic death of Aaron Boupendza, saying, “It is with immense sadness that I learn of the tragic death of Aaron Boupendza, a talented centre-forward who brought honour to Gabonese football.”

An investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding Boupendza's death, with broadcaster Gabon 24 stating that “the exact circumstances of this tragedy are still unclear” and authorities working to “establish the facts.”

Aaron Boupendza's Football Career

Boupendza had an impressive career, playing for several clubs including:

 

We are saddened to hear of the tragic passing of former FC Cincinnati forward Aaron Boupendza earlier today at his home in China.

Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and loved ones. He was a loved member of the FC Cincinnati family, and we offer our condolences to all who… pic.twitter.com/QvZaOsGDzv

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French Club: Bordeaux, where he joined in 2016 and spent most of his time on loan at other French clubs

Turkish Side: Hatayspor, which he signed with in 2020 and became top scorer in the Super Lig in 2020-21

Qatari Club: Al Arabi, where he won the Qatar FA Cup

Saudi Pro League: Al Shabab

USA Club: FC Cincinnati

Romanian Club: Rapid Bucharest

Chinese Club: Zhejiang FC, his last team before his tragic death

Boupendza's achievements on the field will be remembered by Gabonese football fans, and his legacy continues to inspire young players.