Diego Chavez dead at 28: Mexican striker killed in tragic car crash as his club FC Juarez lead tributes

MEXICAN striker Diego Chavez has dies aged just 28.

The FC Juarez striker died died in a car crash in the early hours of Wednesday morning, his club confirmed on social media.

GettyDiego Chavez has passed away at 28 years old[/caption]

The Mexican club released a statement on Facebook that read: “With deep sadness we inform the entire JC Juárez community that our player Diego “El Puma” Chávez died early this morning on February 14 in a car accident.”

“During his time at FC Juárez, El Puma was characterised by his joy, enthusiasm, simplicity, and willingness, as well as his spirit of dedication and love for our colours.”

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