Honsor reportedly collapsed while training at the Stade de la Jamaïque in Saint-Denis on Wednesday, November 11. His teammates immediately rushed to his aid and attempted to revive him before emergency medical teams arrived.
Despite efforts by medical personnel to resuscitate him for approximately 45 minutes, the young footballer sadly passed away.
Honsor, who had recently gotten married and was approaching his 23rd birthday, previously played for several clubs across France before joining Saint-Denis FC.
The club, which competes in the Réunion Premier League, confirmed his death in a statement released on Wednesday, expressing deep sadness over the loss.
The statement described the club as being “deeply shocked and devastated” by his passing.
It added: “In these painful moments, our thoughts are especially with his family, loved ones, and friends.
“Saint-Denis FC extends its sincerest condolences and offers them its full support during this terrible ordeal. Rest in peace, Wanis. You will forever remain in our thoughts and in our hearts.”
The Réunion football league also paid tribute to the late player, describing his death as a heartbreaking loss.
In its tribute, the league noted that Honsor had his entire life ahead of him, having died at just 22, shortly after getting married and on the eve of his 23rd birthday.
