Venezuela suffers immense loss in earthquakes during World Cup

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:45 AM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Venezuela suffers immense loss in earthquakes during World Cup
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Venezuela experienced devastating earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 while the World Cup was ongoing, resulting in significant casualties and injuries. The death toll has surpassed 5,000, including promising young football players Yimvert Berroterán and Razan Sijaa among the deceased. The tragedy has deeply impacted the football community, with many families enduring heartbreaking losses. Emotional stories have emerged, including former player Hector Bello, who lost his wife while saving their infant daughter. The country now faces immense recovery challenges with its sporting infrastructure severely damaged.

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  • Venezuela struck by earthquakes during the World Cup.
  • Death toll exceeds 5,000, impacting football community.
  • Yimvert Berroterán and others among the deceased.
  • Hector Bello lost his wife in the tragedy.
  • Country faces significant recovery challenges ahead.
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  • 10:45 AMYahoo SportsShaken By Tragedy: The Heartbreak of Venezuelan Football In The Wake of Disaster
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While the majority of the world was watching the World Cup, Venezuela was struck by two devastating earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude.The quakes caused several deaths and multiple injurie...

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