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A tragic incident occurred in which a prospect from England's prestigious youth team collapsed and died during a game.
British media 'Daily Mail' reported on the 13th (Korea time) that "Oxford United women's team prospect Amelia Aflin suddenly fell unconscious during a game against Fulham at the club's training center," adding, "The team's medical staff and emergency responders took emergency measures at the scene, but eventually died at the age of 15." After the tragic accident, the club released a photo of Amelia for the first time.
According to local reports, a wave of remembrance continues immediately after the incident. The Oxford United men's team held a minute's silence at Casam Stadium ahead of the Blackburn Rovers and England Championship (Second Division). Amelia's family and fellow players personally descended on the pitch to honor the deceased.
In a tribute speech, club legend Peter Rose Brown said: "Amelia was an incredible prospect goalkeeper. Everyone who knows him will miss him, he said. "I was someone's teammate and friend, and I was a daughter and sister."
Oxford United captain Cameron Branagan also said, "He was a very highly regarded player within the club," adding, "At the club level, we will do our best to help the bereaved families and friends."
Aflin is known to have been a talented student not only in soccer but also in swimming. Maricke Foster, principal of Aylesbury High School, where the deceased was attending, lamented through local media, saying, "Amelia was a special student and sincere player who always gave joy to those around her."
Oxford United expressed its deepest sympathy to the bereaved families and colleagues in an official statement. "We would like to thank the medical staff and emergency responders for their efforts to provide first aid at the time of the accident," the club said. "We will provide psychological support to players and coaches who are shocked by this tragedy."
Regarding the current situation, the Daily Mail added, "Flowers and club mufflers brought by fans and friends are piling up around Casam Stadium to see off the young player's last path."
The Oxford United men's A team is also the current team of Jeon Jin-woo, who played for Jeonbuk Hyundai until last season.
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