Gregory Mertens
Belgian footballer
Born
Died
2015
11 years ago — 24 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Belgium
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Played as a defender in professional football. Began career at SC Lokeren, where multiple appearances were made. Joined KSC Lokeren in 2010, participating in the Belgian Pro League. Suffered a cardiac arrest during a match in 2015, which led to untimely passing. His story highlighted the importance of health screenings for athletes.
Played for SC Lokeren
Participated in the Belgian Pro League
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