Boy, 11, Dedicates Soccer Game to His Mom Who Passed 2 Days Prior; Rival Players Console Him

Boy, 11, Dedicates Soccer Game to His Mom Who Passed 2 Days Prior; Rival Players Console Him
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A young soccer player who lost his mother to cancer just 48 hours before a league game paid tribute by dedicating his game to her. With a heartfelt handwritten message on his T-shirt, he won the hearts of all who attended, even the opponents.

Eleven-year-old Luca Güerci, who plays for the 10th division of the Alumni de Azul soccer club in Buenos Aires, Argentina, traveled 80 kilometers (50 miles) to Pedro Bordenave stadium in Atlético de Tapalqué for a game on Nov. 20, despite the recent loss of his mother.