Footballer suddenly dead: she was only 27 years old

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Highlights: Footballer suddenly dead: she was only 27 years old. Maddy Cusack was an integral part of Sheffield United - now she has died at the age of only 27. Sheffield United have dyed their red, white and black club logo completely black on all social media. In Iceland, too, a young female footballer recently died in a tragic accident. The article was carefully reviewed by editor Alexander Kaindl before publication. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.

Status: 23.09.2023, 07:16 a.m.

By: Alexander Kaindl

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Maddy Cusack is dead – the Sheffield United professional footballer was only 27 years old. © PA IMages / Imago / Screenshot Instagram / Maddy Cusack

More than 100 games, plus marketing staff at her club: Maddy Cusack was an integral part of Sheffield United - now she has died at the age of only 27.

Sheffield – British football bids farewell to Madeleine Cusack. The traditional club Sheffield United announced on Thursday 21 September the death of the professional player, who had played more than 100 games for the "Blades". Cusack was only 27 years old – there was initially no confirmed information about the exact cause of death.

Madeleine Cusack
Date of birth: 28 October 1995	Died: September 20, 2023
Position: Midfield	Club: Sheffield United

Maddy Cusack is dead: she was only 27 years old

In addition to her role as a player, Cusack was also involved in marketing for the South Yorkshire club, giving her a dual role at Sheffield United. In the club's official statement, she is characterized as a "respected player" and a "valued colleague".

CEO Stephen Bettis said: "This is heartbreaking news for everyone at Bramall Lane. Maddy had the unique position of being part of a number of teams at Sheffield United and was popular with everyone she came into contact with. Through her personality and professionalism, she made her family proud – she will be sorely missed. The club will support Maddy's family, friends and colleagues as much as they can."

Mourning for Maddy Cusack: "May you rest in peace, you beautiful soul"

Sheffield United have dyed their red, white and black club logo completely black on all social media. Cusack joined the club, whose women's team plays in the English second division, in 2019. She was the first player to reach the impressive 100-game mark with the Blades, renewing her contract in July.

Under the sad announcement released by the club, there were numerous expressions of condolences. Also on Cusack's personal Instagram account, there were many reactions under the most recently published photos. Among other things, it says: "Beautiful girl. May you rest in peace, you beautiful soul. God put your arms around your poor family at this time."

In Iceland, too, a young female footballer recently died

Sheffield United is one of the biggest and most traditional clubs in Yorkshire, the men's team celebrated their triumphant return to the Premier League in the summer.