American soccer journalist Grant Wahl has passed on, he died while covering the quarter-final between the Netherlands and Argentina at the World Cup in Qatar.
Grant Wahl. According to reports, Wahl collapsed in the media tribune of Lusail Iconic Stadium during Friday’s match and was attended by paramedics. However, he was pronounced dead after several attempts of offering CPR.
His wife, Dr. Celine Gounder, thanked those who had “reached out tonight” but added on Twitter: “I’m in complete shock.”
About a week ago, Wahl made headlines after being denied access to the Qatar World Cup stadium for wearing an LGBTQ t-shirt. Grant claimed that he was detained for 25 minutes by the authorities at the stadium for wearing the same-sex t-shirt in support of the same-sex agenda at the World Cup, which is illegal in Qatar.
Just now: Security guard refusing to let me into the stadium for USA-Wales. “You have to change your shirt. It’s not allowed.” pic.twitter.com/TvSGThMYq8
— Subscribe to GrantWahl.com (@GrantWahl) November 21, 2022
About five days ago, Mr. Wahl had indicated that he felt unwell, adding that he had to visit the hospital in Qatar for checkups. He said: My body finally broke down on me – three weeks of little sleep, high stress, and lots of work can do that to you.
They gave me a course of antibiotics and some heavy-duty cough syrup, and I’m already feeling a bit better just a few hours later. But still: No bueno.”
His death has shocked many, and a section of his fans have already sent a condolence message to his family.
Grant Wahl was unbelievably kind to everyone, but I was especially touched by how warm and welcoming he was towards my mom when he realized she was a huge soccer fan. Heartbreaking news. https://t.co/v99QlQayoi
— Mina Kimes (@minakimes) December 10, 2022
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