A very strange situation. Eric Abidal denies rumors of his death

The former footballer confirmed he is in good health.

Details: Today, messages appeared on the social network X reporting the death of 46-year-old former Barcelona and France left-back Eric Abidal.

It was reported that the player had passed away after a long battle with cancer.

However, as it later turned out, Abidal himself denied the news of his death: “Some rumors should not exist,” he wrote:

“I am here with my family, and everything is fine. Respect is necessary. Behind this are my family and my children. To be honest, I am doing well, I am alive and healthy. Thank you for your support and messages of concern. Let’s focus on what truly matters.” - Abidal wrote on his Instagram page.

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Eric Abidal did indeed face cancer in the past, but he overcame the disease back in 2011, after which he even managed to continue his professional football career.

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