Friendly game between T-Team Vs Kelantan abandoned after 60th minute

Influential Nigerian T-Team captain and centreback, David Oniya, passed away at Raja Zainab 2 Hospital in Kota Bharu at 2205 Hours last night. It was believed to be due to heart complication.

Oniya: Collapsed on the pitch in the third minute

He was rushed to the hospital from the Sultan Muhammad IV stadium where a friendly game between T-Team versus Kelantan was taking place. " He collapsed in the third minute," says a T-Team spokesperson. Following news of his sudden demise, the match was stopped by the referee after 60th minute. Kelantan were leading by 3-2. Farhod Tadjiyev and Sadriddin Abdullaev scored for T-Team.

Oniya, who had a cheek operation recently, was cleared to play in the game by the team doctor. He was wearing a protective gear for the game. " We will wait for the autopsy result," says the T-Team spokesperson, without giving other details.

T-Team which lead the Premier League at present will miss Oniya dearly.

An excellent role model, he provided great leadership to the team which were relegated from the Super League this season.

Rest in peace, David Faramola Oniya.