May 14, 2026

PHOTOS: Marcos Rojo In Tears at Manchester Airport After His Cousin Was Shot Dead

By Farouk Mohammed

HIGHLIGHT – Marcos Rojo

 


Manchester United’s young chap, Marcos Rojo could no longer hold back the tears as he let it flow after news of his brother’s demise hit him.

The United player learnt that his cousin, Geronimo Rojo was shot dead in Argentina by a retired police officer.

According to reports, the footballer’s cousin was shot dead while trying to rob the retired police officer in La Plata, Argentina.

The player who is expected to feature in United’s next game against Rostov arrived at Manchester United’s Carrington training ground in tears.

Marcos Rojo’s 17-year-old brother was reported to have died from the gunshot wounds after he was rushed to the hospital in the early hours of Monday.

Geronimo Rojo’s accomplice, Ivan Rodrigo Barbosa was reported to have died on the spot after the 50-year-old former police officer shot him.

The player who is expected to feature in United’s next game against Rostov arrived at Manchester United’s Carrington training ground in tears.

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