Tragic Collapse During Youth Game

Amelia Aplin, a 15-year-old academy player for Oxford United Women, passed away after collapsing during a girls’ academy match against Fulham. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon at the club’s training center in Horspath.

Club’s Official Statement

Oxford United Women released a statement ing profound grief: “It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of 15-year-old Academy player, Amelia Aplin. Amelia collapsed during a Girls’ Academy game against Fulham at the club’s training centre in Horspath yesterday afternoon.”

The statement continued: “The thoughts and sincere condolences from everyone at Oxford United are with Amelia’s family, friends, teammates and coaches. We would like to place on record our appreciation for the efforts of the medical staff at both Oxford United and Fulham Football Club, along with the emergency services.”

“The club will offer support to Amelia’s family, players, coaches and staff impacted by this tragic event. We would ask that the family’s privacy is respected at this incredibly difficult time.”

Tributes from Football Community

Numerous organizations and figures offered condolences following the announcement.

The FA stated: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Amelia. Our thoughts go out to her family, friends and everyone associated with Oxford United Women at this incredibly difficult time.”

Fulham FC Women responded: “Everyone at Fulham Football Club is shocked and saddened to hear this news. Our thoughts are with Amelia’s family and friends, and all associated with Oxford United FC.”

Sports commentator Jacqui Oatley remarked: “Tragic.”

Her Game Too ed: “Everyone at Her Game Too sends their deepest condolences to Amelia’s family, friends, teammates and everyone connected to Oxford United Women and Oxford United during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in Peace Amelia.”

Local rivals Oxford City shared: “Everyone associated with Oxford City FC are sending our sincere condolences to the family of Amelia Aplin and to our friends at @OUFCOfficial during this incredibly sad time.”

Wolves Women FC added: “Everyone at Wolves Women send their deepest condolences at this devastating time.”

Exeter City Women conveyed: “Sending all our love and condolences to everyone at the club and Amelia’s loved ones from all of us.”

Bristol Rovers Women noted: “Everyone at Bristol Rovers is deeply saddened to hear this news. Our thoughts are with Amelia’s family and friends, and with everyone connected to Oxford United FC.”

A fan on X reflected: “What sad sad news, puts things into perspective when things like this happens and makes you grateful for the love you get to live. Thoughts with her family and friends. Rest in peace. Forever a yellow.”