A 21 year old player He died this Wednesday after an accident with his car when I returned from a game in Bedford, England. Ethan McLeod had been promoted to the Premier League and was playing there Macclesfield from the sixth division. The news shocked English football.
The Cheshire club had played against Bedford Town and As a guest I beat them 2-1 in New Eyrie. After leaving the game, McLeod drove home in his car and took the M1 motorwaywhich connects London with Leeds. During his trip he suffered a car accident ended his life. His death was confirmed by his club.
“It is with great sadness and an overwhelming sense of surreality that Macclesfield can confirm the death of 21-year-old striker Ethan McLeod. Ethan He was an incredibly talented and highly respected member of our first teamwho had his whole life ahead of him,” they wrote on social networks.
They also praised the striker for his personality and camaraderie. “His infectious personality made Be loved by everyone you come into contact with. Ethan effortlessly empowered all of us to be the best that we can beboth on and off the field. Be Professionalism and unwavering work ethic “They inspired everyone and their enthusiasm for life brought smiles to all of our faces, even on the darkest days,” they said.
McLeod had arrived in Macclesfield on July 14 that year. He was one of the tryouts who took part a friendly against Mansfield Town and they had caught the coach’s attention. At that time, the club announced that he played and was available for the first 45 minutes a constant exit into the attack zones.
He had previously risen through the ranks of Wolverhampton Wanderers and spent ten years with Wolverhampton Wanderers Club Academy Premier League. His first experience of senior football came with Alvechurch in the Southern League Premier Central Division after joining on loan from the wolves. Following his departure from Molineux, McLeod took up a short-term contract with Rushall Olympic before moving to Stourbridge.
“The news of Ethan’s death has shocked our entire club and cannot be expressed in words the immense feeling of sadness and loss what we feel now. The deep psychological scars The wounds caused by Ethan’s death will undoubtedly never heal, but one thing is certain: Ethan’s living legacy will never fadeno matter how much time passes in the future. Ethan will live forever in our hearts and minds and no matter what the future holds, His unique smile that mesmerized us all will never be forgotten.” they continued in their release.
And they concluded: “Our deepest condolences to Ethan’s family and friends at this deeply traumatic time, along with assurances that we will give them.” Any support we can for those who need it. May you rest in peace, Ethan. You will always be a silk man.”
Various clubs expressed their condolences to the player’s family and the club he belonged to. Of the England national team they claimed to be “Deeply saddened by the devastating news”. “Our deepest condolences go out to Ethan McLeod’s family, friends, players and staff at this very difficult time,” they added.
Out of WolvesThe club where McLeod played also left a heartfelt message: “We are heartbroken by the tragic death of Ethan McLeod at the age of 21. Ethan joined Wolves Academy at the age of seven and later signed a professional contract with the clubbefore we leave in September 2024. We send our thoughts and love to Ethan’s family, friends and everyone in Macclesfield. Ethan’s younger brother Conor is currently on our U21 team and the entire club will give him and his family attention and support.” They also assured that they will do so a minute of silence in Saturday’s first team game against Brentford to “remember and honor Ethan”.
The renowned English club arsenal He said: “Everyone at Arsenal we are deeply sad Upon learning of the tragic death of Ethan McLeod, we extend our condolences to Ethan’s family, friends and the entire Macclesfield FC at this time. Rest in peace.
“We are devastated to learn of the death of former Glassboys striker Ethan McLeod last night. Our thoughts are with Ethan’s family, his friends, everyone at @thesilkmen and everyone who knew him. Rest in peace, Ethan,” they complained from Stourbridge FC of the Premier Central Division of the Southern League. This was announced by the club They will wear black ribbons and observe a minute’s silence in today’s game.
In addition, the British MP for Macclesfield, Tim Rockhe said goodbye to the player: “Heartbreaking news about the death of Ethan McLeod, a talented footballer and an inspiration far too youngat 21 years old. My thoughts are with his family, friends and everyone at Macclesfield FC, as the club says; Forever a silk man, rest in peace“.
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