Marco Angulo, a 22-year-old midfielder on loan from FC Cincinnati to LDU Quito, tragically died from injuries sustained in a car crash on October 7, 2023, in Quito, Ecuador. The crash, which involved five individuals, resulted in the deaths of Angulo, his former youth teammate Roberto Cabezas, and a third passenger, Victor Charcopa. Angulo suffered severe head injuries and a lung contusion, which led to his hospitalization and subsequent death after more than a month of medical treatment. The football community, including LDU Quito and FC Cincinnati, mourned his passing, highlighting his potential and contributions to the sport. Angulo, who had made three international appearances for Ecuador, was remembered as a talented player and a great teammate. His death marks a significant loss to Ecuadorian football and to those who knew him personally.