Argentina's most famous football fan 'Tula' dies at 83

Carlos Pascual, Argentina's most famous football fan and more commonly known as 'El Tula,' has died at the age of 83, according to Argentina's only English-language newspaper Buenos Aires Times.

Pascual was an iconic fan of the Argentina's national side and passed away from health complications after being hospitalised at a health centre and put into an induced coma.

'El Tula' became famous for cheering on the national team in various competitions and matches. He peaked last year, when he received FIFA's award for "best fan" on behalf of all Argentines after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Pascual was hospitalised in a delicate condition, as reported by his family through social networks.