Argentina footballer Lucas Trejo: The terrible earthquake in Venezuela has brought such a storm in the life of Argentina's experienced footballer Lucas Trejo, which shook the entire sports world. 38-year-old defender Lucas Trejo, who was in Caracas with his team to prepare for the Copa Venezuela tournament, lost his footing when he came to know that his multi-storey building, in which his wife and two innocent children were living, had completely collapsed.
On June 24, 2026, the land of Venezuela trembled with two devastating earthquakes one after the other. The first shock was of 7.2 magnitude and before it could be controlled, the second deadliest shock of 7.5 magnitude occurred. The devastation in La Guerra, the residence of Lucas Trejo, was the worst, in this devastation the building of Lucas Trejo's house collapsed like a house of cards. Lucas Trejo, originally from Cordoba, Argentina, is known as 'The General' due to his strong play on the football field. But this tragedy has completely broken him from within.
After not getting any news from his family, he posted an emotional and disappointing story on Instagram. He tearfully appealed to fans around the world that if anyone is present near the wreckage of La Guerra, please let them know about the safety of his wife Yanina Maranilla, son Aaron and daughter Ainhoa. This post instantly went viral in the sports world of Argentina and Venezuela.
Lucas Trejo shared his Instagram story. (Photo- INSTAGRAM)
38-year-old Lucas Trejo plays as a defender for Venezuelan Segunda Division club Marítimo. He has also been a part of Venezuelan football club Monagas Sport Club. Before this, Lucas Trejo has played for clubs in Europe, America, Colombia, Peru and Mexico.
