German Soccer Player Luca Meixner Dies Unexpectedly at 22

Reutlingen 05 announced the passing of their midfielder, leaving teammates and fans in shock as the cause of death remains undisclosed.

Luca Meixner, a 22-year-old midfielder for SSV Reutlingen 05, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 27, 2024.
The club shared the news in a statement expressing their grief and offering condolences to Meixner's family, friends, and teammates.
Meixner had been with the club for over a decade, progressing through its youth teams before joining the main squad in 2021.
He played in his team's most recent match on December 7, 2024, which ended in a 1-1 draw against TSG Balingen before the winter break.
Tributes, including a banner and memorial outside the stadium, were organized by teammates and fans to honor his memory.