Tito Vilanova, Former FC Barcelona Coach, Dies at 45
In a tragic turn of events, Tito Vilanova, the former coach of FC Barcelona, passed away on Friday in Barcelona at the age of 45. The news was confirmed by El Mundo Deportivo. Vilanova had been battling parotid gland cancer since 2011, a fight that he struggled with for several years.
A former assistant to Pep Guardiola, Vilanova took over as Barcelona’s head coach after Guardiola’s departure in 2012. During his short tenure, he guided the club to a remarkable La Liga title, securing the championship in the 2012-2013 season. Despite his success on the pitch, his health battles overshadowed much of his managerial career, and he stepped down from his role in 2013 to focus on his treatment.
Vilanova was rushed to the hospital on Thursday evening, according to Africa Top Sports, and his death has sent shockwaves through the football world. He leaves behind a legacy at one of the most prestigious clubs in the world and is survived by his two children.
His passing is a profound loss for the football community, and tributes from around the globe have poured in to honor his life and career.
