Social Media Watch: R.I.P Cheick Tiote

Yesterday afternoon it had been confirmed by a member of his representatives that former Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote had passed away after collapsing during a training session at current club, Beijing Enterprises.

Cheick Tiote has passed away aged 30 after collapsing at training. #SSNHQ

Full story: https://t.co/iM8AfYWtM1 https://t.co/00TdsTsfo5

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) June 5, 2017

The news shocked the football world, here are some of the tributes for the former Ivory Coast midfielder:

Tiote made in excess of 150 appearances during his seven years at Newcastle..

We are devastated to have learnt of the tragic passing of former Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tioté in China today. #NUFC pic.twitter.com/PCrIEUyugv

— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) June 5, 2017

One the most iconic moments during Tiote’s time in England was a stunning volley which completed a memorable four-goal comeback for the Magpies against Arsenal, this is only goal on Tyneside

We'll never forget you, Cheick. ⚫️⚪️ pic.twitter.com/c8aO6EyW5w

— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) June 5, 2017

One of football’s most popular players, many of his former team mates, opponents and colleagues expressed their shock and sadness of his passing.

No words 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😱😱😱😱💔💔💔💔 #cheicktiote

— Didier Drogba (@didierdrogba) June 5, 2017

Such sad news about cheick tiote… he was genuinely one of the nicest/funniest guys I've ever met and will be sorely missed! Rest in peace! pic.twitter.com/nBcnFturAf

— Andros Townsend (@andros_townsend) June 5, 2017

Devastating news of the death of Cheick Tiote. RIP. ⚫⚪

— Alan Shearer (@alanshearer) June 5, 2017

I am speechless and so incredibly sad. Cheick Tioté was one of the nicest and toughest teammates I have ever had. Rest in peace brother.

— Vincent Kompany (@VincentKompany) June 5, 2017

https://twitter.com/CissePapiss/status/871757802364121090

Un guerrier , un amoureux du football , un Champion !!!! Que ton âme repose en paix Tioté Cheik Ismael 💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/izVFD0l4r7

— Gervinho (@GervinhOfficial) June 5, 2017

Deeply sad to hear the news about Cheick.. One of my favourite teammates.. My thoughts are with his family. pic.twitter.com/FvS6TdDctP

— Tim Krul (@TimKrul) June 5, 2017

"A ferocious competitor, such a winner"

Steve McClaren pays tribute to a man he managed at two different clubs – Cheick Tioté pic.twitter.com/ajWyFsS2Uf

— BBC 5 Live Sport (@5liveSport) June 5, 2017

It had been announced shortly after that his wife was expecting their third child within the week

Absolutely heart-breaking news that Cheick Tioté's wife is reportedly expecting a baby this week, as per @ed_aarons.

Life truly is unfair 😢 pic.twitter.com/1vl6wmh9BE

— SPORF (@Sporf) June 5, 2017

Even more tragically am told Cheick Tioté's wife is expecting a baby this week #rip

— Ed Aarons (@ed_aarons) June 5, 2017

Life can be extremely cruel.

R.I.P Chieck Tiote 21st June 1986 – 5th June 2017