A teenage footballer who died in a crash has scored a 'last goal' after his team-mates used his coffin to strike a ball at his funeral. Alexander Zaracho, 19, from Paraguay, reportedly died after a speeding motorist hit the motorbike on which he was a passenger. Local media claims that Zaracho fought for his life in the Itaugua National Hospital for several months before the striker passed away. His casket was placed on the penalty spot and oen team-mate kicked the ball against it so that it bounced into the net. 'Alexander was an example of leadership, commitment, and camaraderie, values that will forever remain in the club’s history.

Source: Metro January 29, 2026 23:32 UTC