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Macclesfield Forward Ethan McLeod, 21, Dies in M1 Crash After Match

Police report a single-vehicle collision in which the former Wolves academy player struck a barrier, with death confirmed at the scene.

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Overview

  • He was driving a white Mercedes northbound on the M1 near junction 15 in Northamptonshire when the car hit a metal barrier, according to police.
  • Northamptonshire Police said the collision occurred at about 10:40 p.m. on Tuesday, and they are appealing for witnesses.
  • McLeod was returning home after Macclesfield’s 2–1 victory over Bedford Town when the crash happened.
  • Macclesfield FC issued a statement mourning a respected young teammate, praising his talent and “contagious” personality.
  • The forward spent a decade in Wolverhampton Wanderers’ academy and later played for Rushall Olympic and Stourbridge before joining Macclesfield this year, scoring two goals in five appearances.