Wu Jingui, former player of Shanghai Shenhua FC, passes away in Beijing
Updated:2025-11-21 08:35 Views:152Wu Jingui, a former professional footballer from China's Shanghai Shenhua FC, has passed away in Beijing at the age of 41.
Born on April 28, 1976, Wu was a key player for Shanghai Shenhua FC during his playing career, helping the team win the Chinese Super League title twice and the AFC Champions League once.
After retiring from professional football, Wu continued to be involved with the sport as a coach and mentor to young players. He passed away on November 15, 2017,Football Matchmaking Network after battling cancer for several years.
Wu was known for his physicality and strength on the pitch, and he was a popular figure among fans both in China and abroad. His passing is a great loss to the world of football, and he will be remembered as one of the greatest players of his generation.
The news of Wu's death has sent shockwaves through the football community, and tributes have been paid to him by many who knew him well. The Shanghai Shenhua FC, which Wu was a member of, has also released a statement expressing their condolences to his family and friends.
Wu's legacy as a player and a person will continue to inspire future generations of footballers, and his memory will live on forever. His story serves as a reminder that even in the face of adversity, there is always hope and that perseverance can lead to success.
