Amelia Aplin was a 15-year-old Oxford United academy goalkeeper who collapsed during the match against Fulham.

Medical staff and emergency responders attempted resuscitation, but Amelia died.

Oxford United announced the death of 15-year-old Amelia Aplin during a Girls’ Academy match at the Horspath training centre and extended condolences to her family, friends, teammates, coaches, and staff, while thanking medical staff and emergency responders.

Fulham FC expressed shock and sadness, offering condolences to Amelia’s family and everyone connected with Oxford United, and both clubs requested privacy for the family during this difficult time.

The report notes Sky News as the source of the information.

The incident occurred at Oxford United’s Training Centre in Horspath, during a Girls’ Academy game against Fulham.

Oxford United Women’s match against Real Bedford scheduled for the upcoming weekend was postponed following the tragedy.

The club’s statement did not provide further medical details and again urged privacy for Amelia’s family.

The coverage emphasized privacy for the family and noted widespread condolences from football bodies and clubs.

Public tributes, including social media messages from fans and figures in women’s football, expressed sorrow and solidarity.

The incident involved a serious medical emergency with the clubs’ medical teams and emergency services responding on site.

Tributes highlighted Amelia’s leadership, resilience, and goalkeeping talent, and acknowledged her involvement in the Junior Premier League ALL STARS program; community members publicly honored her and extended condolences.