Ex-Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova dead - club

Vilanova was diagnosed with cancer of the salivary gland more than two years ago.


Afp April 25, 2014
"FC Barcelona is in immense mourning. Tito Vilanova has died at the age of 45. May he rest in peace," said a club statement. PHOTO: AFP

BARCELONA: Former Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova died on Friday at the age of 45 after a prolonged battle against cancer, the club confirmed.

Vilanova was diagnosed with cancer of the salivary gland more than two years ago and was forced to step down as Barcelona boss last July due to ongoing health problems.

"FC Barcelona is in immense mourning. Tito Vilanova has died at the age of 45. May he rest in peace," said a club statement.

COMMENTS (2)

NIKKY | 10 years ago | Reply

Lionel Messi led the tributes to his former coach Tito Vilanova.!! RIP!! Read More At:-Battle Against Cancer | Former Barcelona Coach Tito Vilanova Dies

sidjeen | 10 years ago | Reply

shocked. what a humble guy and a great manager. R.I.P Tito.

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