A tribute to Chucho

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  • čas přidán 28. 07. 2013
  • Birmingham City Football Club is saddened to learn of the passing of former striker Christian 'Chucho' Benitez.
    The thoughts of all associated with the football club are with Chucho's family and friends at this very sad time.
    Here is a look at the big impact the diminutive Ecuadorian made at St. Andrew's during a record breaking 2009/10 season.
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Komentáře • 575

  • @michaelcobban6884
    @michaelcobban6884 Před 10 lety +159

    I'm a Villa fan, but I want to pay my respects to Chucho and acknowledge the player he was. The whole football world was devastated by his death, but this just shows how much football means to people. All rivalries aside, the whole world mourned this young mans life and that really proves that football is more than just a game.
    RIP Christian Benitez.

  • @BCFC
    @BCFC  Před 8 lety +129

    *RIP Chucho*
    Two years ago today, Christian Benitez sadly passed away.
    Rest in Peace Chucho - Gone but never forgotten. ‪#‎BCFC‬

    • @danielgavin826
      @danielgavin826 Před 8 lety +1

      Gone but never forgotten

    • @greenboltgaming412
      @greenboltgaming412 Před 8 lety +1

      +Daniel Gavin how did he die

    • @lukenewey1117
      @lukenewey1117 Před 7 lety +3

      +GreenBolt Gaming Cardiac Arrest

    • @colincameron5038
      @colincameron5038 Před 7 lety +2

      GreenBolt Gaming car crash

    • @lukenewey1117
      @lukenewey1117 Před 7 lety +4

      No, he died of a cardiac arrest/ According to Miguel Herrera and other team mates in an interview with Mexican morning show Matutino Express, he did not receive immediate medical attention and a few hours later, Benítez went into respiratory failure. He died from complications leading to cardiac arrest at the age of

  • @mauricesanchez6804
    @mauricesanchez6804 Před 3 lety +16

    I'm a fellow Ecuadorian, and was devastated when I heard that Chucho Benítez passed away. Must respect to Birmingham to give this Ecuadorian a chance to play at your club.

  • @w0rryw0rt
    @w0rryw0rt Před 11 lety +4

    Thank you, Birmingham. He was a once-in-a-lifetime player. Every Ecuadorian, even the ones who don't watch football, is devastated by this loss. RIP Chucho

  • @JPKesseler
    @JPKesseler Před 11 lety +10

    Look at his reaction to finally scoring at St Andrews in what would be his last home game for us. He cared so much and that's why we did.
    RIP

  • @mr.snugglebottom2
    @mr.snugglebottom2 Před 8 lety +32

    life is temporary,
    being a legend is permanent!
    R.I.P Chucho, what a good player he was for us!However he's in a better place now :')

  • @MischiefD
    @MischiefD Před 9 lety +21

    Makes me sad to watch these videos of Christian Benitez and to just get a glimpse of what a smashing little player he was.
    Having gone to all the games on the unbeaten run that year he was a pleasure to watch, the excitement I would get before a match knowing he was in the line up was great and we felt like we could win against everyone with Chucho
    His technical ability and speed was something else which other teams could not handle and another year or two he would of played at the top.
    Keep Right On Little Fella and may your heart beat strong!

  • @Messiandhouse16
    @Messiandhouse16 Před 11 lety +5

    ¡Grande Birmingham City! Mi club favorito de Inglaterra! espero verte pronto en la premier!

  • @alanplur
    @alanplur Před 11 lety +2

    Definitely a great player. Not only a great loss to football but to his beloved ones and family. We will miss you Chucho, either Ecuador, Birmingham, Santos, America or his new team in Qatar. Rest in peace Chucho, thank you for all the great moments you gave us in Mexico.

  • @benmully868
    @benmully868 Před 9 lety +41

    R.I.P Christian Benitez.

  • @KiotiLofi
    @KiotiLofi Před 10 lety +14

    i remember watching a match with benitez in at st andrews cant believe hes gone R.I.P THE BEST......

  • @bluenoserob4914
    @bluenoserob4914 Před 4 lety +1

    Wow 7 years on and this popped up, a major player during one of our most successful periods in prem, Cameron Jerome achieved his best return of goals in a season for Blues with Chucho in the team, absolute tragedy for this lovely guy to be taken so young and in his prime, god bless you Mr Benitez thank you for the memories.

  • @smashsmp
    @smashsmp Před 11 lety

    Thanks for the kind words.
    RIP Chucho
    A little man who made a big impression in such a short space of time with us.
    BCFC

  • @davidvallejo412
    @davidvallejo412 Před 11 lety +1

    Gracias hermanos ingleses por tanto cariño y este tributo merecido para nuestro goleador. Un fuerte abrazo desde Ecuador

  • @yojorgeluis
    @yojorgeluis Před 11 lety +2

    México también está de luto, nuestro Chucho, Águila del América campeón, nos hizo campeones y nos llenó de muchas alegrías por eso solo podemos la afición agradecerle tantas alegrías que nos dio. Grande Chucho acá en México.

  • @pcadena07
    @pcadena07 Před 10 lety

    Chucho was a great soccer player, a great guy, great son, God bless him...I am ecuadorian... and I give to you thanks for this tribute, Birmingham City,

  • @PapaulskiBCFC
    @PapaulskiBCFC Před 9 lety +6

    Still can't believe he's gone. Really talented and was only gunna get better. RIP Chucho xxx

  • @BBvlnat
    @BBvlnat Před 11 lety +1

    El Ecuador esta desconcertado por la afliccion que causo la pronta partida de nuestro gran jugador.... Chucho Bolaños... es un honor que sea reconocido en todo el mundo por su extraordinario talento.... Gracias

  • @gklol6095
    @gklol6095 Před 7 lety +6

    RIP Chucho never forget when I met him such a nice guy.

  • @Hendo9
    @Hendo9 Před 11 lety

    Brilliantly put together Blues.
    Such a shame that such a talent has been taken from the world so soon!
    RIP Chucho

  • @marialinzan3026
    @marialinzan3026 Před 10 lety +1

    Grande Chucho.... los ecuatorianos siempre te recordaremos como una excelente persona y un gran futbolista... hasta siempre.. Descansa en paz Chucho!!!

  • @htaylor3358
    @htaylor3358 Před 11 lety

    As a blues fan I had the privilege of meeting Chucho, he didn't speak a lot of English but he constantly had a smile on his face! Wish all of his family the best! KRO Chucho!

  • @jorgesrt91
    @jorgesrt91 Před 11 lety +1

    As David said in the commentary above, thank you very much English friends for all the love and this deserved tribute to Chucho. An enormous hug from Ecuador!

  • @megaman777777
    @megaman777777 Před 11 lety

    Only 1 season at St Andrews, but as this video shows, what a season and what memories...
    Chucho was a great player and good person, the world is worse off without him...
    My thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family. Rest in Peace Chucho, Keep Right On.

  • @jasonsaunders4340
    @jasonsaunders4340 Před 9 lety +8

    RIP fella always a blue never forgotten

  • @LoCoAde87
    @LoCoAde87 Před 11 lety

    Liverpool & Dortmund supporter here.
    Was always a very talented forward. I remember BVB being close to signing him reportedly a few years ago and being quite disappointed they didn't.
    RIP Chucho.

  • @Wdaries
    @Wdaries Před 10 lety

    This man really was a great soccer player, and I am very glad ,the Birmingham CFC, contract him, and thanks a lot for the gigantic tribute, it means a lot for all of us, best to all

  • @dadshma1234
    @dadshma1234 Před 11 lety

    RIP Chucho it was a pleasure to watch you in a Birmingham shirt.
    You truly were one of the unbeatables !
    You'll KEEP RIGHT ON in our hearts forever
    Deepest condolences to your family and the football fans of Ecuador

  • @jeproano
    @jeproano Před 11 lety

    In this sad moments it is nice to see in Birmingham remember Chucho! Kind regards from the middle of the world.. Quito, Ecuador

  • @MiLunChang
    @MiLunChang Před 6 lety +1

    ¡Dios mío!, cada vez que veo este vídeo no puedo contener la pena que aún siento por su repentina muerte. Las muestras de cariño que le expresaron todos los que lo conocieron nos relevan de cualquier comentario adicional.
    Ecuador, mi país, no sabe todavía lo que perdió cuando Christian falleció. :(

    • @exitroyale7873
      @exitroyale7873 Před 4 lety

      Miguel Mauricio Luna Chang did mate I’m english

  • @NeoAlan
    @NeoAlan Před 11 lety

    We'll never forget you champion! From a CFAmerica fan from Mexico Thanks Chucho

  • @javibonnar7738
    @javibonnar7738 Před 11 lety +1

    Chucho QEPD. Jamás te olvidaresmos, muchas fuerza a tu familia.
    La selección de Ecuador cumplirá tu sueño, llegar al mundial. Jamás te olvidaremos :,)

  • @HeyPikachu666
    @HeyPikachu666 Před 11 lety

    What a beautiful tribute from bfc, im lucky for every time i saw him playing for santos laguna at my hometown, thank you for every goal we will miss you

  • @rafaelmarquez8947
    @rafaelmarquez8947 Před 11 lety +1

    SOY DEL CRUZ AZUL PERO ESTO DUELE,,,KE DIOS LO TENGA ENTRE SUS FILAS ANOTANDO MUCHOS GOLES GRACIAS POR HABER APORTADO AL FUT MEXICANO AMIGO CHUCHO

  • @stuka1313
    @stuka1313 Před 11 lety

    Thanks Birmingham for that detail about a great player and person we cant understand how quick he left us it was still young and with many years to show his talent he was on top of his career ready to come back to europe but for some reason he preffered to go to middle east every one has their own desicions but this one this time cost a lot and is a huge hit in the ecuadorian national team. Benitez "chucho" R.I.P.

  • @MischiefD
    @MischiefD Před 11 lety

    Brought a tear to me eye!
    Rest in Peace Christian.
    Such a sad day to hear this news. I'm glad I went to 95% of the matches and witnessed Benitez play in the flesh.
    Has taken a place in my heart along with Birmingham City's.
    Keep Right On and Let You're Heart Beat Strong.

  • @bluerthanyou
    @bluerthanyou Před 11 lety

    Goodbye Chucho.
    You were amazing,I feel for your wife and children.
    You played the game in the right spirit,hard working and very skillful.
    You bought a lot of joy to me watching you play.
    The world has lost a wonderful man.

  • @Scoobay
    @Scoobay Před 5 lety +1

    Wish we signed him permanently. Not nice to think about but he might still be alive today if we had. He and Jerome, though not the most prolific, terrified every defence in the premier league and it was that partnership that was to thank for the unbeaten run. R.I.P Chucho.

  • @rakrois
    @rakrois Před 10 lety

    Thank you Birmingham CFC for this emotional video of Christian "Chucho" Benítez even when he only scored 4 times for your team he is (eternal) an amazing striker, he crossed so many games without score in Club Amércia (MX) before his last championships "the best striker of the mexican league" and the "Championship team" with América CF two months ago.
    RIP Chucho!.

  • @javiermendia8799
    @javiermendia8799 Před 11 lety

    I was blessed enough to have watched him play and score a badass goal vs Cruz Azul here in Dallas.. Us Americanistas will have you in our hearts forever.. You weren't born to die you were born to live on forever as a legend.. Heaven has a great star.. Score lots of goals up there Chucho see you later CAMPEON

  • @gundoganed
    @gundoganed Před 11 lety

    My prayers go to his family and friends, died at 27, had such a big future ahead of him. RIP Chucho

  • @byronmurillo9359
    @byronmurillo9359 Před 11 lety

    gracias x ese tributo a un grande que puso el nombre de nuestro pais en alto hoy ya no esta fisicamente pero si estara presente en las mentes y en los corazones de toda la gente a la que nos a brindado muchas alegrias sabemos que estan en el cielo con nuestro padre . paz en su tumba.

  • @Ritter476
    @Ritter476 Před 11 lety

    Thanks Birmingham for this tribute and Chucho thank you for all the great moments. My condolences to their little kids and his family. R.I.P.

  • @jackaustin2480
    @jackaustin2480 Před 11 lety

    How can u dislike this R.I.P Benitez such a great player

  • @tonym6161uk
    @tonym6161uk Před 11 lety

    Such a loss... Always played in the spirit of the game, and had still many years ahead of him. Condolences to family and friends....

  • @garethbrown1397
    @garethbrown1397 Před 3 lety +1

    Love him from start just 1 of special people R.I.P. SO MIST.

  • @valdezroblesomaralejandro434

    El no merecía Morir, ya empezaría su aventura por Qatar. Esta noticia Impacta a todo mundo, es difícil aceptar que se fue, Que Descanse en Paz el campeón Ecuatoriano, El GRANDE Chucho Benitez. Mexico, Ecuador y todo el Mundo te Extrañara

  • @BluenoseMo
    @BluenoseMo Před 11 lety

    RIP Chucho a Blues legend. The world of football mourns your passing; taken from us at such a young age. Condolences to your family and friends. :(

  • @andresarteaga5514
    @andresarteaga5514 Před 10 lety

    This made me tear up just knowing he had a short spell for Birmingham and fans and players still showed their admiration for him

  • @carlosflores7324
    @carlosflores7324 Před 10 lety

    Te fuiste siendo GRANDE y CAMPEON, nos quedamos con todas tus gambetas y goles pero sobre todo con tu gran calidad humana y profesionalismo, Mexico te extrañara y dejas un sentimiento de tristeza en los americanistas. QEPD

  • @dirtybunny987
    @dirtybunny987 Před 10 lety

    His best Gols were with America but its nice to see Birmingham doing a tribute to him.
    Ecuador had a strong international team with Chucho from America and Valence from Man United. It's sad he is gone now.

  • @wearethebomb666
    @wearethebomb666 Před 10 lety

    Thanks for this beautiful tribute to our Chucho Benítez

  • @itsEliotttt
    @itsEliotttt Před 11 lety

    Regardless that he played for a rival club, he was a fantastic player! He was a player who always had a smile on his face. I am a Villa fan but when tragic things happen, teams unite as one, to pay their respects for such an unfortunate player to lose his life at 27! Gone but never forgotten, My prayers are with your family and friends.

  • @rachelmcadamslover
    @rachelmcadamslover Před 11 lety

    Thank you so much Birmingham! I'm so sad for our lost but it's always comfortable to know that many people cared about Chucho.
    greetings from an Ecuadorian who feels very sad at this moment.
    R.I.P CHUCHO
    ;(

  • @connorsutton2553
    @connorsutton2553 Před 11 lety

    such sick people that dislike tribute to people and what a season we had and what a player chucho was RIP chucho RIP

  • @mattbiggs86
    @mattbiggs86 Před 11 lety

    You can see how much it meant for him to score that goal at St Andrews and the delight shared by his teammates that he did. Speaks volumes about the character of the bloke. 27 is no age, will be sadly missed. KRO.

  • @MrSamarregui
    @MrSamarregui Před 11 lety

    We love you Chucho. Rest in Peace. The world and sport has lost a truly wonderful individual. The Ecuadorian team will never be the same without my Chucho.

  • @zu1875lu
    @zu1875lu Před 11 lety

    So young, god bless and thoughts go to your family......always remembered and loved by St. Andrews. Nice tributes from other clubs fans. K.R.O. Chuch

  • @TheGivemethattaco
    @TheGivemethattaco Před 11 lety

    What a top class striker, even when he played against my beloved Cruz Azul and Arsenal you couldn't dislike the guy. Descansa en paz Chucho. Siempre estas con nosotros

  • @juliopenaloza10
    @juliopenaloza10 Před 11 lety

    Gracias por este hermoso video

  • @skilsickdecks9172
    @skilsickdecks9172 Před 10 lety +4

    You were our best player well done 😭😭😭😭

  • @jbclaret1983
    @jbclaret1983 Před 11 lety

    Good honest player who wore his heart on his sleeve, I remember him in his time at Birmingham scoring against my team Burnley, he was good role model on and off the pitch. The game has lost not just a great player but a great role model too. R.I.P.

  • @esarpancho
    @esarpancho Před 10 lety

    thanks for this video, Ecuador is very sad for the death of Christian Benitez. Peace in his Tomb

  • @JustBoredBru
    @JustBoredBru Před 11 lety

    Thanks Chucho for all you have given our team in Santos Laguna one of the best players to ever come to the team i have seen. Him and Vuoso = best pairing in Mexican League history. thanks for the 2008 Mexican League title. Rest In Peace "Chucho" #11 FOREVER WARRIOR SIEMPRE GUERRERO.

  • @mynameisdudge
    @mynameisdudge Před 10 lety

    R.I.P Christian Benitez! You were a real talent, respect to Chucho, friends and family and all fans of Birmingham City. - From a Wolves fan

  •  Před 11 lety

    This news was devastating in my country, Ecuador. It is heard he had heart attack due to a stomachache(possible appendicitis), but what kind of pain was it that can take one's life?? R.I.P Chucho and thanks for letting Ecuador's name be heard in other countries!!

  • @MrDarthGinger
    @MrDarthGinger Před 11 lety

    I'm a blue nose. Respect for putting this together at short notice. It's a nice touch for a cracking player and nice guy. I real shame.

  • @DM-it2ch
    @DM-it2ch Před 5 lety

    I've only just found this video and it brought a big lump to my throat. What a player he was. So, so sad.

  • @ECUABIKER
    @ECUABIKER Před 10 lety

    I'm happy my son's and I got to see him play. R.I.P. Gran CHUCHO

  • @cronch7
    @cronch7 Před 11 lety

    I just want to thank so much Birmingham City FC in name of every Ecuadorian, this detail is just amazing, we will keep him and his great game in our thoughts

  • @WoodenFloorsRock
    @WoodenFloorsRock Před 11 lety

    Wow, incredibly sad. Much too young to have left this world. You will be missed.
    R.I.P Chucho

  • @MinoriG
    @MinoriG Před 11 lety

    Ecuadorians will never forget you Chucho. Thanks for being one of our brightest stars. Dios te tenga en su gloria.;

  • @Cormacfobrien
    @Cormacfobrien Před 11 lety

    RIP Chucho - will always remember your part in that incredible unbeaten run and our highest ever Premier League finish. What a legend.

  • @CarEdy23
    @CarEdy23 Před 11 lety

    thanks for this amazing video , quite amazing video

  • @lokuaz77
    @lokuaz77 Před 11 lety

    I'm fan of cruz azul & always thought so "chucho" was a great player, r.i.p. and God bless his family...

  • @sjavier197
    @sjavier197 Před 11 lety

    Thanks for the video and im happy he got to be a champion with my favorite team America before he passed THANKS CHUCHO

  • @Luizzy7
    @Luizzy7 Před 11 lety

    R.I.P Chucho. It was a pleasure watching you play. Even though you played for America at the end of the day we're all human and it hurts. My condolences to his family and friends.

  • @raul2536
    @raul2536 Před 11 lety

    thank you so much birmingham city football club for this amazing tribute

  • @giovannimauricio
    @giovannimauricio Před 10 lety

    I AM ECUADORIAM AND
    I AM CRYING , NICE VIDEO THAK ALL PEOPLE FROM BIRMINGHAM

  • @tonytheteapots5534
    @tonytheteapots5534 Před 10 dny

    What a player he could have been was so entertaining to watch! God rest his soul

  • @danpink7578
    @danpink7578 Před 10 lety

    Rip chucho I'm a blues fan and I am so glad we witnessed a truly great player at our team

  • @ankrett19
    @ankrett19 Před 11 lety

    Saddened and Shocked by the news and im a Walsall fan, R.I.P

  • @deanwilkes4835
    @deanwilkes4835 Před 11 lety

    Brilliant player, and will be sorely missed throughout the world of football #RIPChucho #keeprighton #onceabluenosealwaysabluenose

  • @Stukalt01
    @Stukalt01 Před 10 lety

    Always liked this guy could tell he had something special at Birmingham I wish he was given the chance to play in the premier league for a little longer. He had an incredible turn of pace and also deadly finishing kinda reminds me of Obafemi Martins. R.I.P Chucho never forgotton.

  • @benshortiano97
    @benshortiano97 Před 11 lety

    All Ecuadorian and Mexican soccer fan is devastated by the loss of Chucho he, give a lot of happiness to the fans of Nacional, Santos , Birmingham and America, now he is scoring goals in the camp of God, R.I.P Christian Rogelio "Chucho" Benitez Betancourt

  • @darioponce50
    @darioponce50 Před 11 lety

    Gran tributo a un grande ecuatoriano.! de corazón gracias.!

  • @kinkan1988
    @kinkan1988 Před 10 lety

    Chucho RIP thanks for the tribute Birmingham City

  • @elliottsandiford2893
    @elliottsandiford2893 Před 8 lety

    Videos like that make you proud to be a blues fan Rip you legend.

  • @soppita2423
    @soppita2423 Před 4 lety

    Rest in peace CHUCHO 💛💙💛💙💛💙 YOU'LL NEVER FLY ALONE!💛💙💛💙🦅🦅

  • @8dunn
    @8dunn Před 10 lety

    truly amazing, seeing the affection and love his teamates had for him show what a fantastic man he was

  • @ARTDARK2
    @ARTDARK2 Před 10 lety

    great video¡¡¡ in Ecuador and Mexico we are praying for Chucho

  • @brandihocr7892
    @brandihocr7892 Před 11 lety

    R.I.P Chucho, all are thoughts are with you, your kids and wife; you will be missed - From a Chelsea fan!:')

  • @user-db2dk8js5h
    @user-db2dk8js5h Před 11 lety

    DIOS, PORQUE HACES QUE LO BUENO SIEMPRE DURE TAN POQUITO...? UN BESO ETERNO DURA SEGUNDOS, UNA SONRISA DULCE SOLO UNOS INSTANTES Y AHORA ESTO...!!!! QUE DIFICIL ACEPTAR LA DURA REALIDAD OJALA FUERA UN MAL SUEÑO PERO NO... TE EXTRAÑAREMOS CAMPEON... HASTA LUEGO HERMANO... TE QUEREMOS Y EN LO QUE A LOS ECUATORIANOS NOS CONCIERNE SIEMPRE VIVIRAS SOLO DEJARAS ESTE MUNDO CUANDO TE OLVIDEMOS Y ESO NO SUCEDERA JAMAS.... LIKE SI TENGO RAZON Y MUCHAS GRACIAS X SU APOYO A TODOS....

  • @salvadordalielgenio5115
    @salvadordalielgenio5115 Před 11 lety

    Gracias x tanta alegria y satisfaciones chucho benitez eres y seras recordado siempre. Aguila, guerrero, como sea eres grande entre los grandes hasta siempre descansa en paz chucho benitez

  • @mauricioflores3639
    @mauricioflores3639 Před 11 lety

    Devastadora noticia para todo el futbol ecuatoriano y mexicano. Chucho está en el mejor equipo.. en el cielo.

  • @nathanbickley214
    @nathanbickley214 Před 8 lety +4

    Rest In Peace chucho allways remembered

  • @joshymartinez8698
    @joshymartinez8698 Před 11 lety

    en nombre de Ecuador damos las gracias x todo ese merecido cariño hnos ingleses!! Chucho siempre estara en nuestros corazones!!! el 11 siempre estara en el atahualpa empujando el balon desd el cieloo!!! :( R.I.P. CHUCHO

  • @roachmask
    @roachmask Před 11 lety

    Chucho por siempre en nuestros corazones! RIP Chucho!! has always been in our hearts!

  • @Justinian43
    @Justinian43 Před 11 lety

    gracias chucho por tus goles y tu aporte al tri, saludos y que disfrutes tu nueva vida amigo, nunca te olvidaremos, vamos por ese mundial, tu trabajo sera terminado y te lo dedicaremos chucho!

  • @Lopezchamp
    @Lopezchamp Před 11 lety

    I was in shock after I heard the news. Thanks for all the goals and especially the championship you gave to club America. You will never be forgotten campeon