Ex-West Brom midfielder dies at 25

August 22, 2026 8:09 pm

Former West Bromwich Albion midfielder Quevin Castro has died at the age of 25 after collapsing during a pre-season friendly in Portugal.

Castro was playing for Portuguese side Real Sport Clube against top-flight Estrela da Amadora at the Estádio das Seixas on Saturday when he collapsed during the first half.

He was treated by medical staff before being taken to hospital, where he later died.

The Lisbon Football Association confirmed Castro’s death in a statement, while Real Sport Clube described him as much more than a player and an integral member of the club’s family.

The match was subsequently brought to an end following the tragedy.

West Brom said they were “devastated” by the news.

The Championship club will honour Castro before Sunday’s match against Burnley with a period of applause in the 25th minute and players wearing black armbands.

Castro joined West Brom in 2021 after impressing during a trial and made his first-team debut against Arsenal in the Carabao Cup. He later made a Championship appearance against Swansea City.

He subsequently spent time on loan with Burton Albion, Notts County and Gateshead before joining York City in 2023. He also represented several other English clubs before returning to Portugal.

Castro had celebrated his 25th birthday just six days before his death.

His former clubs and colleagues have paid tribute to the midfielder, with Estrela da Amadora expressing their deepest condolences to Castro’s family, friends and everyone at Real Sport Clube.

The cause of death has not been officially disclosed.

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