Venezuelan captain Willner Rivas found dead after earthquake

Venezuelan football prospect Willner Rivas lost his life alongside his wife and son in the powerful earthquake that struck Playa Grande. Search operations lasted twelve days before rescue teams recovered the three bodies from the debris.

Rivas had risen to prominence in the 2013 U‑21 and U‑23 World Cups, earning a place in the senior national team. His death has sent shockwaves through the football community.