Belgian Footballer Bernard Malanda Adje Known As Junior Malanda Has Died In A Car Crash In Germany At The Age Of 20

Junior Malanda: Wolfsburg midfielder dies in car crash at 20

Belgian footballer Bernard Malanda-Adje, known as Junior Malanda, has died in a car crash in Germany at the age of 20.

The midfielder, who had been capped at Under-21 level by Belgium, died when his Volkswagen Touareg collided with a tree in the early hours of Saturday morning near Porta Westfalica, north-west of Hanover.

Malanda joined Wolfsburg from Zulte Waregem in January 2014 and had made 14 appearances for the Bundesliga side, scoring once.

His agent, Christophe Henrotay, said: "It is a tragedy. He was the hope of Belgian football."

Malanda's former club Zulte Waregem said in a statement: "Junior, we will never forget you."

Wolfsburg said in a statement: "We are deeply shocked and saddened by the passing of Junior Malanda. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time."

The Belgian Football Association (RBFA) said in a statement: "The RBFA is deeply saddened by the tragic death of Junior Malanda. We would like to express our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends."

Malanda's death is the second tragedy to hit Wolfsburg in recent months. In April, defender Junior Diaz was involved in a car crash that left him with a broken leg.

The news of Malanda's death has sent shockwaves through the football world. Tributes have been paid to the young player from across the globe, with many expressing their condolences to his family and friends.

Malanda's death is a reminder of the fragility of life. He was a talented young player with his whole career ahead of him. His untimely death is a tragedy for his family, friends, and the football world.