Footballer shot dead at just 20 as dad issues heartbreaking statement
A goalkeeper in Sweden has been shot dead at the age of 20 as his father pays tribute in a heartbreaking statement. Aspiring footballer Hugo Mosshagen played for Swedish fourth-tier side BK Forward and dreamt of a successful football career.His club and loved ones are now in mourning after he was killed in Orebro. Police were called to the incident in a residential area west of the city just before midnight on Saturday. The young player was then taken to hospital and later pronounced dead.It is reported via the Sun that Mosshagen had no known gangland affiliations and the shooting has left his heartbroken parents in shock. The keeper was the oldest of three siblings and is said to have enjoyed going to church.JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook pageREAD MORE: Non-League club SACK players after 'inexcusable' on-pitch bust-up led to red cardsREAD MORE: Man Utd star Jadon Sancho's future takes fresh twist as club announce exitHis father, Joakim Gunnarsson, has since reacted to the news in an interview with Swedish newspaper Expressen.He said: “His big dream was to become a professional footballer. He put all his time into it and this year was going to be his year.“It’s an emptiness. One second you’re really angry and the next you’re sad because you’ve lost one of your children in a completely unnecessary way."A completely meaningless way. He saw everyone and talked to everyone and wanted to help as best he could."England's 2026 World Cup kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreVarious PricesEngland Official StoreBuy Now on England Official StoreEngland and Nike have launched the new home, away and goalkeeper kits to be worn at this summer's FIFA World Cup. You can get free delivery on all orders with the code: ENGFREEDELMosshagen’s mum, Marie, added: “We feel that he is with God. We know that he is doing well up there.“He had the responsibility. He did everything for his siblings. He was loved by many.”He was also a popular member of the BK Forward dressing room, according to team captain Josef Ibrahim.He said: “We will be strong and stick together. For the sake of Hugo and his family we will be there for each other and spread love.”Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
