SSV Reutlingen 05, a soccer club in Germany, announced the tragic passing of one of its players, Luca Meixner, at the young age of 22. The club shared the heartbreaking news on their official Instagram account, stating that Meixner's death was unexpected.
Meixner, who had been a part of the SSV Reutlingen 05 team since 2021, had previously spent four years playing at the youth level. During his time with the club, he participated in 100 matches and scored six goals. His most recent appearance was in the team's final match before the winter break, where he played 87 minutes in a 1-1 draw against Balingen.
The entire SSV Reutlingen family expressed deep sorrow and shock over Meixner's sudden passing. The club extended their condolences to his loved ones, friends, and teammates during this difficult time.
SSV Reutlingen 05 competes in the Oberliga Baden-Wurttemberg, a league that is part of Germany's fifth tier of football. The club has been a consistent presence in the league for the past nine seasons and is currently positioned in 10th place in the standings for the ongoing season.
Details regarding the cause of Meixner's death have not been disclosed at this time. In remembrance of their fallen player, SSV Reutlingen shared tribute photos on their website, honoring the memory of Luca Meixner and his contributions to the club.