Panamanian football awoke in mourning. UMECIT FC and the entire national football environment are saying a painful goodbye to Francisco “Pancho” Perea, a young striker who left too soon, leaving dreams unfinished and a void that cannot be filled with words. Pancho was only 20 years old. He was a striker by conviction, one of those who didn't hide and always went forward. At UMECIT FC, he defended more than just a jersey. Teammates, coaching staff, and those who saw him train knew he was a respectful young man, quiet at times, but intense when the ball was rolling. He wasn't a media figure, but he was a beloved player in the locker room. The news of his passing was a heavy blow. He defended a dream. Because Pancho was not just a young footballer, he was a son, a friend, a teammate who today leaves behind tears and silence. From the club and from Panamanian football, the message has been one: to support with respect and solidarity his family, his friends, and those who shared the field and locker room with him. Football also hurts, and when one of ours goes, it is felt in the chest. Rest in peace, Pancho. Your name remains on the field and in memory.
