Former Barcelona Coach Tito Vilanova Passes Away Aged 45

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Former Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova who was hospitalized for an emergency surgery on Thursday died today, April 25, the age of 45 after a prolonged battle against cancer.

He was diagnosed with cancer of the salivary gland more than two years ago. Due to his health condition he was forced to step down as Barcelona boss at the end of the season, last July.

Football Club Barcelona confirmed his death on Twitter saying: "FC Barcelona is in immense mourning. Tito Vilanova has died at the age of 45. May he rest in peace."

Photo - Barcelona Coach Vilanova dies aged 45

"The death of our former coach came about this afternoon after he could not overcome the illness he had been fighting since 2011.

"The club wishes to express its deep condolences to his family, with whom we share this painful moment along with the club members, fans and the whole world of football and sport," Barcelona stated.

Barcelona also announced that a space will be opened at their Camp Nou stadium for those willing to pay their respects over the next few days.

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