Tragic Loss: 15-Year-Old Oxford United Goalkeeper Amelia Aplin Passes Away During Match

March 8, 2026
Tragic Loss: 15-Year-Old Oxford United Goalkeeper Amelia Aplin Passes Away During Match
  • 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.

Summary based on 6 sources


Get a daily email with more World News stories

More Stories