In gloomy news, former Morocco and Marseille midfielder Abdelaziz Barrada passed away aged 35. The soccer player retired from the game in 2021 after making 26 international appearances for his country. Ever present in the midfield, Barrada pulled the strings from the middle of the park efficiently. He also played in the 2012 Olympic Games in London and the team got knocked out in the group stages as well.

The midfielder played for some of the major clubs in the world, like Getafe and Marseille in his career. Hence, the news shocked most fans across the world as the soccer fraternity mourned at this point in time. As people want to know about the cause of his death, there are some hazy details out there.

It became an untimely passing, as no confirmed reports arose about the cause of death. However, according to BBC, the midfielder suffered a heart attack, which caused him to lose his life. It’s disappointing to see a person lose his life so young. But let’s celebrate his life for the talents he showcased on the pitch.

As for his goal-scoring record, he managed four goals for Morocco. Tributes poured in his social media accounts following the death of the soccer player. The Moroccan Football Federation mentioned the passing as a “great loss” for their country.

They issued a statement, mentioning, “The Royal Moroccan Football Federation extends its sincere condolences to the family of the former Moroccan international, the late Abdelaziz Barrada, and through them to all his family and relatives, as well as the national football family.”

Moreover, his former clubs also paid tributes. The French club Marseille mentioned on social media, “The club would like to extend its sincere condolences to his family and share in the grief of his loved ones.” Likewise, fans took to social media to pay their respects as well.

Fans react to the untimely passing of Abdelaziz Barrada in unfortunate circumstances

The tributes came pouring in as one fan mentioned, “Rest in Peace BARRADA,” mentioned a user on X, expressing grief at his untimely passing. Abdelaziz Barrada was born in France and represented Morocco in his international career. At first, he played for the PSG reserves from 2007 to 2010. In 2011, he signed a professional contract with Getafe after brilliant performances by the player. Since then, he has taken to the soccer field and played with his heart on his sleeve.

One user mentioned, “So heartbreaking to hear about Abdelaziz Barrada’s passing. He touched many lives on and off the field. Rest in peace, legend.” Looking at his career for Getafe, he played an effective role in the middle of the park. Moreover, the goals came in flying for the midfielder. He had 38 goals in his career, not bad for a midfielder who sprayed passes in the middle of the park.

Another user gave the ultimate tribute by mentioning, “See you when we get there, king.” When we talk about his international game, the player debuted for his country on 29th February 2012, and, from there, led the team from the middle of the park. He scored in the Summer Olympics in London in a 2-2 draw against Honduras. All in all, he was magical on the field when he got the ball.

It’s a sad day for Moroccan soccer and the entire soccer fraternity. He rests easy now and can watch games from up and above. RIP Abdelaziz Barrada.