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Tragedy in La Guaira: Soccer Player Lucas Trejo and His Family Perish in Earthquake

The Argentine athlete’s wife and two children were among the victims, prompting a wave of condolences from his club and fans.

Argentine midfielder Lucas Trejo and his wife Yanina lost their lives, along with their two young children, in a devastating earthquake that struck La Guaira, Venezuela, in June 2026.

A Family’s Heartbreak

The couple, who had tied the knot in 2019 after several years together, were parents to a son, Aaron, born in 2018, and a daughter, Ainhoa, born in 2020. Their family had been a constant presence on Trejo’s social media, where he often shared moments of fatherhood and partnership.

Club Sport Marítimo La Guaira, the team for which Trejo has been playing, issued a statement confirming the tragic loss and posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, expressing condolences to the player and his family.

In a personal gesture, Trejo shared a photograph of his wife and children on his Instagram Story, a quiet homage that resonated with fans and colleagues alike.

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