Former footballer and journalist Hugo Nelson Lacava Schell died on Wednesday in Resistencia, Chaco, at age 70, due to health complications from diabetes and a heart attack, his family confirmed. Born in Uruguay, he shone with Boca Juniors during their 1976 and 1977 titles before settling in the province, becoming a prominent voice in local sports journalism.
Hugo Nelson Lacava Schell, aged 70, died on April 16, 2026, in Resistencia, capital of Chaco. His family confirmed the death, linked to diabetes-related health issues and a heart attack.
Born on August 30, 1955, in Conchillas, Uruguay, he rose through Boca Juniors' youth ranks. He was part of the squad under Juan Carlos “Toto” Lorenzo that won the 1976 Metropolitano and Nacional titles, plus the 1977 Copa Libertadores.
His career featured stints at Universidad Católica de Chile, Temperley, Quilmes, Lanús, and Santamarina de Tandil. In 1986, he joined Chaco For Ever in Primera División, followed by Douglas Haig, Talleres de Remedios de Escalada, and Sarmiento de Junín, retiring in 1990.
After hanging up his boots, he settled in Resistencia with his family. He coached local teams and later became a radio and TV commentator, working in recent years for the “Somos Uno” channel.
In recent months, he faced further issues like possible strokes, yet stayed active in media as his condition allowed. Peers recall his approachable nature and lasting ties to sports.
