Venezuelan U-20 Prospect Yimvert Berroterán Confirmed Dead After Quakes

Overview

• Venezuelan authorities say the earthquakes have caused over 900 deaths and rescue teams remain engaged in active searches in hard-hit areas.
• The Federación Venezuelana de Fútbol confirmed that 18-year-old Yimvert Berroterán died in the quakes and that his body was recovered from rubble in La Guaira.
• Local media reported that Berroterán was found alongside his girlfriend in a collapsed building, a detail that officials and outlets are still corroborating.
• Berroterán played for Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV FC) and represented Venezuela at the U-17 World Cup, making him a widely recognized young talent.
• FIFA issued condolences and ordered a minute of silence at World Cup matches as international aid and rescue assistance respond to ongoing searches and a growing humanitarian need.