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Millonarios Confirms Death of 18-Year-Old Prospect Santiago Castrillón After On-Field Collapse

No official cause has been released, prompting tributes across Colombian football.

Overview

  • Castrillón collapsed on March 21 during a Sub-20 clásico against Independiente Santa Fe, received immediate care on the pitch, and was taken by ambulance to a high‑complexity hospital in northern Bogotá.
  • He was admitted to intensive care under cardiovascular specialists and died on Sunday despite treatment, according to the club’s statement issued early Monday.
  • Millonarios published a formal condolence message and switched its social‑media crest to black in mourning.
  • Radamel Falcao and multiple teams and players shared messages of support, while the Colombian federation noted Castrillón’s recent Under‑19 call‑up under coach César Torres.
  • Some outlets reported a possible cardiovascular collapse, but an official medical determination has not been made public.