Chinese Footballer Guo Jiaxuan Dies After Training Match Injury

The 18-year-old, once part of Bayern's youth program, succumbed to head injuries sustained in February, prompting his family to demand transparency and accountability.

Guo Jiaxuan, a former FC Bayern Munich youth player, died on March 19, 2025, from injuries sustained during a February training match in Madrid, Spain.
The incident occurred when Guo was struck in the head by an opponent's knee, leading to a brain hemorrhage and subsequent brain death.
His family has criticized Beijing Guoan and the Peking Football Association for a lack of transparency and support, including withholding footage of the accident.
Beijing Guoan has pledged to continue supporting Guo's family, but questions remain regarding the handling of the case.
Guo was a rising football talent, having played for China's U17 national team and trained with FC Bayern's World Squad in 2023.

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