Emiliano Sala: football world pays tribute to Cardiff City striker

Body from plane wreckage confirmed to be that of the Argentine footballer

Fan tributes to Emiliano Sala are seen outside the Cardiff City Stadium
Fan tributes to Emiliano Sala are seen outside the Cardiff City Stadium
(Image credit: Michael Steele/Getty Images)

The football world is in mourning today after the body recovered from a plane wreckage was identified as Cardiff City striker Emiliano Sala.

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