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By Ezekiel David
The football world has been rocked by the untimely death of Paul Julius, a 20-year-old Nigerian player. This is all we currently know about the emerging star:
Profile:
Full Name: Paul Julius Goewam
Date of Birth: January 1, 2004
Place of Birth: Jos, Plateau State
Height: 1.90 m (6.2 feet)
Career Highs:
Position: Attack – Centre-Forward
Previous Club: Tala’ea El Gaish SC (Egypt)
Played in the Egyptian Premier League and the Egyptian League Cup
Current Club (at time of death): Enosis Neon Paralimni FC (Cyprus)
Transferred in July 2024 for a fee of £100,000.
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Death:
Date: August 20, 2024
Cause: Car accident on the Paralimni-Protaras road in Cyprus.
Details: Julius collided with another vehicle while driving. The other driver is hospitalized but stable.
Tributes:
Enosis Neon Paralimni FC: “It is with deep sadness and pain that we express our sincere condolences on the unexpected loss of our footballer Paul Julius… The tragic news of his death has shocked us all. Despite the hardships and sufferings he faced to join our family, he remained steadfast and determined to fulfill his goals. His memory will live on in our hearts, and his absence will be felt. We are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.”
APOEL Football Club: “APOEL FOOTBALL (PODOSFAIRO) LTD expresses its deepest condolences to the family of ENP and the relatives of football player Paul Julius who was killed in a car accident this morning. He was only 20 years old…His memory is eternal.”
Paul Julius’s promising career was tragically cut short, but his talent and passion for football will be remembered.
