Napping Soccer Player Stabbed to Death on NYC Subway

A New York City subway rider who police say was randomly stabbed to death while he slept on the train has been identified as a beloved soccer player.

Friends of Akeem Loney say the 32-year-old was a gifted soccer player who played for the local league of Street Soccer USA. They called him "Lonny" and remembered him as a great teammate.

"Our team is really devastated. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Lonny was a great guy and an incredible soccer player. We'll miss him a lot," said teammate Reed Fox.

Police sources with knowledge of the investigation into Loney's death say he has struggled with homelessness and was without a place to live when he was stabbed in the neck a few minutes after midnight Sunday morning.

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