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Man Dies Playing Soccer In Maryland, Loved Ones Say
Akindeji Agarah died doing what he loved.
Agarah, 29, was playing soccer on Sunday, Aug. 6 — a game in which he scored a goal — when he fell and started gasping for breath, according to a campaign launched by loved ones.
Attempts from his teammates, paramedics, and doctors to save him were futile.
The GoFundMe created to assist with funeral expenses had raised $22,700 as of Monday, Aug. 21.
"Akindeji was an angel on earth," said Oyindamola Agarah, who organized the fundraiser. "His humility was next to none. He was a respectful gentleman who loved deeply and made sure everyone …
