A footballer from Bergen, Norway, who achieved fame representing his country in a pre-World War II match, died tragically in Angola in 1977. He was the first Bergen native to participate in a World Cup qualifying game since 1935. Details surrounding his death emerged recently, revealing he was killed during fighting in the city of Ambaca, nicknamed “Blodbyen” (Blood City) due to the intense conflict. Ambaca was a key strategic location during Angola’s civil war, witnessing fierce battles between opposing forces. The footballer had been working as a mechanic in Angola at the time of his death. His story highlights the personal cost of conflict and the forgotten narratives within larger historical events. The circumstances of his death remained largely unknown for decades, until now.