Turkish football club, Hatayspor, have remembered late Ghana forward Christian Atsu in an emotional tribute on the third anniversary of his death.
The former Ghana footballer and the club's team doctor, Taner Savut, tragically passed away during the devastating February 6th earthquake in Turkey which claimed the lives of many.
Atsu was trapped under rubbles for weeks before his body was discovered and flown to Ghana for his final burial.
The tragic incident happened hours after the former Chelsea and Newcastle United player has scored a winning goal in a league game against Kasimpasa.
In an emotional video shared on social media, Hatayspor posted a short clip remembering the club's fallen heroes.
"The pain of this city is ours, and so is its honor. We will not forget," wrote in attachment to the video.
Bu şehrin acısı da onuru da bizim. Unutmayacağız. pic.twitter.com/pDFB28anfP
— Hatayspor (@Hatayspor_FK) February 5, 2026
Also joining the rememberance of Atsu were former clubs and the national team of Ghana.
Chelsea posted: Three years ago today, we sadly lost Christian Atsu. May he continue to rest in peace."
Newcastle United, the club he enjoyed the most success with in England wrote: "Three years ago we sadly lost Christian Atsu in the most tragic of circumstances. Oh he is so wonderful."
Atsu the MVP of the Africa Cup of Nations in 2015 made 65 appearances for the Black Stars, scoring nine goals.
"In loving memory of Christian Atsu. Three years on, we honour a Black Star who wore the shirt with pride and represented Ghana with humility. His legacy lives on. Rest well, Twasam," posted the national team account.
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