With Bethlehem Vengthlang FC trailing Chanmari FC 1-0 in a match in India’s Mizoram Premier League, defender Peter Biaksangzuala took advantage of a miscue by Chanmari’s goalie and knocked in the equalizing goal. A moment that should have been pure joy for the 23-year-old midfielder quickly turned to concern as Biaksangzuala landed on his neck and lay motionless following a celebration in which he cartwheeled into a backflip.
Biaksangzuala was rushed to the hospital immediately, remaining in intensive care for five days. Unfortunately, the 23-year-old passed away from injuries including severe spinal damage on Sunday morning.
Bethlehem Vengthlang FC announced that will be retiring his #21 jersey and released a statement on the passing of their young midfielder via the team’s Facebook page.
Bethlehem Vengthlang FC midfielder Peter Biaksangzuala lost his fight for survival after he suffered a fatal injury while celebrating his goal. It has been a sad day for Mizoram football and the demise of the footballer shook his teammates, footballers and fans alike all over Mizoram. Peter’s club Bethlehem Vengthlang FC will retire his jersey no. 21.
Peter was a defensive midfielder who had always been aggressive and hard working, a true team player. Like most defensive midfielders, he was excellent at reading the game, breaking up attacks and protecting his defenders.
A sad day for Soccer fans all over the world.