- Newcastle United, the club where the late Christian Atsu played, remembered the late player on his 32nd birthday
- The team took to their official Twitter account to share a photo of the late Ghanaian footballer and wrote an emotional message
- The post touched the hearts of many as many others remembered the late footballer
Christian Atsu’s former club Newcastle United celebrated his 32nd birthday, his first since his untimely death in Turkey in February 2023.
Source: Instagram
Newcastle United are celebrating the late Christian Atsu on his birthday
Newcastle Castle United wrote an emotional message to celebrate Christian Atsu as he would turn one year older on January 10, 2024.
We remember Christian Atsu on his birthday. We miss you, Christian.
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How Christian Atsu died
Christian Atsu was killed in an earthquake that hit Hatayspor, Turkey. On Saturday, February 18, his body was discovered under the rubble after a 12-day search.
The Hatayspor winger has been missing since February 6, after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey and parts of Syria.
Touching tribute from Newcastle to Christian Atsu on his 32nd birthday.
Fans react to Newcastle’s touching tribute to Christian Atsu
The publication he touched the hearts of many Newcastle fans as well as Ghanaians as he sparked emotions about his passing and his incredible football career.
@LeeAWS78 said:
Sending light and love to his family and friends. Forever a Magpie. #NUFC
@OdeMagical said:
my condolences ❤️
@ERUKONJnr said:
Happy birthday Atsu. You entertained the crowd well. May you continue to shine. Continue to rest in peace legend.
@_Rayed22 said:
i miss you atsu
@mulundasilingi said:
You did your part, let us do the rest. Enjoy eternal peace Astu
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@arnoldi254 said:
We will never forget you Christian Atsu.
@sprinsals said:
Keep resting Christain Atsu️❤️
“Thank you was the last message I received from Christian Atsu”: reveals his wife
YEN.com.gh reported that Marie-Claire Rupio, wife of the late Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu, spoke of his loss about six months after his death.
In an exclusive interview with BBC5live, she spoke about how she heard the news and her reaction to it, their last conversation and how she broke the news to their three children.
Many people prayed for strength for her as she and the children were still dealing with the loss of Atsu.
Source: YEN.com.gh