Tragic Collision: Inter Milan Goalkeeper Involved in Fatal Accident

Inter Milan's second-choice goalkeeper, Josep Martinez, was involved in a car accident that led to the death of a man in an electric wheelchair in Como, Italy. The incident is under investigation, and Inter canceled their pre-match press conference ahead of their game against Fiorentina.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 28-10-2025 20:00 IST | Created: 28-10-2025 20:00 IST
Tragic Collision: Inter Milan Goalkeeper Involved in Fatal Accident

A tragic incident unfolded in the province of Como, Italy, as a man in an electric wheelchair lost his life after being struck by a car. The vehicle was driven by none other than Inter Milan's second-choice goalkeeper, Josep Martinez, authorities revealed.

The accident happened on Tuesday morning. According to Italian police, the wheelchair unexpectedly veered into the car’s path along a cycle path next to a road. Martinez acted quickly, stopping his car to assist, but the victim succumbed to his injuries before paramedics could arrive.

In the wake of the accident, Inter Milan called off their planned press conference for Tuesday. The club is set to face Fiorentina in a Serie A match on Wednesday and has chosen not to comment on the ongoing investigation involving their 27-year-old goalkeeper, who joined the club from Genoa last year.

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