Video of Christian Atsu Celebrating With Hatayspor Teammates in Dressing Room After Last Game Emerges

• Christian Atsu celebrated with his teammates after playing his last game
• The Ghanaian scored the match-winner as Hatayspor defeated Kasimpasa
• The ex-Black Stars player was found dead after an earthquake hit Turkey

Christian Atsu's final moments with his club, Hatayspor were full of joy and excitement.

The Ghana international, who sadly passed away following the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, netted the team's final goal before disaster struck.

In a video shared on social media, Atsu is seen having fun with his teammates as they hyped him up, following his sensational free kick against Kasimpasa.

The ever-smiling player is also seen practicing a dance move with one of his teammates while the others chant his name.

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A few hours after the players left camp for their various destinations, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit the Hatay region in Turkey and the northern part of Syria, leaving over 40,000 people dead.

Atsu was initially reported to be trapped under rubble but after 12 days of searching and many prayers of hope, he was found dead.

The 31-year-old's passing has left the footballing world in shock, with many sending in their tributes as the club arranged with Turkish authorities for his body to be transported to Ghana for burial.

Atsu enjoyed a stellar career in Europe, playing for FC Porto, Chelsea, Newcastle United, Bournemouth and Everton before a brief time in Saudi Arabia.

Atsu's remains arrive in Ghana

Sports Brief also reported on Atsu's remains arriving in Ghana from Turkey following his passing due to a devastating earthquake on February 6.

The government, family, friends and former footballers were all at the Kotoko International Airport to receive the body ahead of the final rites.

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Many were unable to hold back tears and wails of anguish, as the late footballer's body was transported off a Turkish Airlines aircraft.

Danilo pays tribute to Atsu

Juventus and Brazilian defender, Danilo paid Atsu emotional tribute, after the Ghanaian passed away following the Turkey-Syria earthquake.

The two players were teammates at Portuguese giants, FC Porto, breaking into the senior team in the same year.

Atsu was killed after being trapped under rubble, following the disaster which claimed the lives of over 40,000 people.