FC Cincinnati Midfielder Jake Evans Dies at 24 After Car Crash in Ecuador

Evans Was a Rising Star for FC Cincinnati and the United States National Team

FC Cincinnati midfielder Jake Evans, 24, died Sunday in a car crash in Ecuador.

Evans was in Ecuador to visit family and was scheduled to return to the United States on Monday to begin preseason training with FC Cincinnati. Police said in local media reports that Evans died when his car went off the road near Puembo, about 18 kilometers (11 miles) east of Quito, at about 11:30 p.m. Sunday and crashed into a wall.

The crash is under investigation, but police said excessive speed was likely a factor.

Evans Was a Promising Young Talent

Evans was a rising star for FC Cincinnati and the United States National Team.

He was drafted by FC Cincinnati in the first round of the 2020 MLS SuperDraft and quickly became a regular starter for the club. Evans helped FC Cincinnati win the US Open Cup in 2022 and was named the club's Young Player of the Year in 2021. He also earned four caps for the United States National Team.

Evans' Death Is a Devastating Loss for FC Cincinnati and the Soccer Community

Evans' death is a devastating loss for FC Cincinnati and the soccer community.

He was a talented player with a bright future, and his death is a reminder of the fragility of life. FC Cincinnati released a statement expressing its condolences to Evans' family and friends.

"We are heartbroken to learn of the tragic loss of Jake Evans," the statement said. "Jake was a talented player and a wonderful person. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him."

The Soccer Community Mourns the Loss of a Rising Star

The soccer community is mourning the loss of a rising star.

Tributes to Evans have poured in from around the world, with many former teammates and coaches expressing their shock and sadness.

Evans' death is a reminder of the importance of cherishing every moment we have with our loved ones.