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Oxford United Mourns 15-Year-Old Academy Goalkeeper Amelia Aplin After On-Pitch Collapse

Police say there are no suspicious circumstances, with the death now a matter for the coroner.

Overview

  • Aplin collapsed during a Girls' Academy match against Fulham at Oxford United's Horspath training centre on March 7 and was pronounced dead later in hospital.
  • Thames Valley Police reported immediate treatment by club medics and South Central Ambulance Service and confirmed the case has been referred to the coroner.
  • Oxford United thanked medical teams from both clubs and emergency services and is providing support to her family, teammates and staff.
  • The club postponed Sunday's senior women's fixture against Real Bedford following the incident.
  • Condolences from the FA, Fulham and clubs across the leagues continued, with books of condolence opened and tributes shared by the Junior Premier League and Wycombe Swimming.