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Édson, 38, suffered cardiorespiratory arrest after being hit in the chest by a ball.

[These images contain explicit content and may offend some readers] Brazilian futsal mourns this Thursday the death of António Édson, a 38-year-old goalkeeper who died last Tuesday night. After saving a penalty in an amateur futsal tournament, the Sindimoto goalkeeper fell to the ground as he tried to join his teammates in celebrating the victory. According to the Brazilian press, António Édson suffered cardiorespiratory arrest and was rushed to hospital, but ultimately succumbed to the powerful blow to the chest. [Video: QB News/X]