Former Birmingham City striker Christian
 Benítez died in hospital in Qatar today from complications leading to 
cardiac arrest at the age of 27. The striker from Ecuador died just 
weeks after a £10million move to Qatar side, El Jaish.
The
 Ecuadorian Football Federation said on their website that Benitez 'had 
severe stomach pain, was rushed to a hospital, where after a few hours 
suffered cardio respiratory arrest, which ended his life.' 
Christian is survived by his wife, 
children and his father, former Ecuador international footballer Ermen 
Benítez. May his soul rest in peace..amen.
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Title : Footballer Christian Benítez dies at 27 after suffering heart attack 
Description :   Former Birmingham City striker Christian  Benítez died in hospital in Qatar today from complications leading to  cardiac arrest at the age...