Katsina United says defender Chinedu Ozoh (also reported as Ozoh Chinedu) dies following a medical emergency during a pre-season friendly match. Multiple outlets report that the incident happens while the player is involved in the game and that he collapses during the match.
Reports identify the fixture as Katsina United’s friendly against Niger Tornadoes FC, played at Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina. The club communicates the development through official channels, with Daily Post Nigeria citing a statement posted on the club’s Facebook page on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Premium Times Nigeria similarly describes the incident as occurring during the friendly against Niger Tornadoes FC. The Punch also frames the death as occurring during the match and notes the player’s prior career with Kano Pillars FC, but details beyond the match incident are limited across the reports.
