Michael Ballack's teenage son Emilio dies in quad-bike crash

Michael Ballack is a famous footballer from Germany. He is among the top goalscorers in the history of the German national team

Michael Ballack

Ballack wears the number 13 shirt for every team he has played for, except 1 FC Kaiserslautern. He was selected by Pele as one of FIFA's 100 Greatest Living Players and UEFA Club Midfielder of the Year in 2002. (born 26 September 1976) in Germany.

Allack began his career as a youth with his local team Chemnitzer FC and began his professional career in 1995. On 26 March 1996, Ballack made his debut for the Germany under-21 team. Although the team was relegated in their first season, His performance in the Regionally following season led to a transfer to 1. FC Kaiserslautern in 1997. He won the Bundesliga in his first season at the club, his first major honor. He became a first team regular in the 1998–99 season, and also earned his first senior national cap for Germany.

Which was his first big honor. He became a first team regular in the 1998–99 season, and also earned his first senior national cap for Germany. He won the German Footballer of the Year award three times, in 2002, 2003 and 2005. Ballack was known for him.

Emilio, the 18-year-old son of Germany and Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack, died in a quad-bike accident near Lisbon on Thursday, Setubal's emergency services said.

A spokesman for emergency operations told Reuters Emilio died at 2.17 a.m. in Troia, a holiday destination south of Lisbon. The 18-year-old was involved in a four-wheeler accident.

Fire brigade and police officials rushed to help, but he died on the spot. Psychologists were also there to provide support to the family.

Chelsea tweeted: "Everyone associated with Chelsea Football Club is shocked and saddened by the news of the passing of Emilio Ballack at the very young age of 18. All our condolences are with his father Michael and his family at this sad time. "