Shock and sadness at footballer's sudden death (From Watford Observer)

Shock and sadness at footballer's sudden death at Powerleague, in Queens' School, Bushey

12:50pm Friday 10th February 2012 in News By Chris Hewett

Management at a Bushey football complex where a player collapsed and died on Monday have expressed their sadness at the tragedy

Management at a Bushey football complex where a player collapsed and died on Monday have expressed their sadness at the tragedy.

The man, believed to be in his forties, was taken ill during a match at Powerleague, in Queen’s School, Aldenham Road, at 7.50pm.

Paramedics rushed him to Watford General Hospital but it was confirmed this morning that he later died.

A Powerleague representative today said: “We at Powerleague are shocked and deeply saddened by this passing. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends at this terrible time. We would also like to commend our staff who helped the paramedics crew on the night.”