Mexican striker Antonio De Nigris dies in Greece; circumstances not immediately known

Associated Press

Last update: November 16, 2009 - 3:13 AM

LARISSA, Greece - Officials at Greek club Larissa say Mexican striker Antonio de Nigris has died in the central Greek city.

A club statement says the 31-year-old died early Monday but says the cause and circumstances of the player's death is not immediately known.

A state coroner is due to conduct an autopsy and announce its results later Monday.

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