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Oxford United teenage footballer dies during academy match
Amelia Aplin, 15, died after collapsing during a youth match; emergency services attended and the FA Women’s National League expressed deep condolences.
- Oxford United confirmed on Sunday that 15-year-old Academy player Amelia Aplin died after collapsing during a match against Fulham at the Horspath training centre.
- Thames Valley Police said they were notified by South Central Ambulance Service of a medical incident at Oxford United Sports Park on Saturday, March 7, 2026, and confirmed the case is now with the coroner.
- The club announced it will offer support to Amelia's family, players, coaches and club staff and thanked medical staff of Oxford United and Fulham and emergency services for their immediate treatment.
- Oxford United Women’s match against Real Bedford on Sunday was postponed and the senior match was not played as scheduled.
- Amid an outpouring of tributes, Fulham FC, the FA Women's National League, and local clubs expressed shock and condolences, while Councillor Liam Walker and supporters shared sympathy online.
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Footballer, 15, dies during Oxford United academy match as club makes statement on tragic incident
Oxford United have announced the death of Amelia Aplin, a 15-year-old player in their Girls' Academy, following a devastating incident during a match on Saturday afternoon
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A tragic incident shakes Oxford United: after the collapse of a young player, shock and grief prevail.
A tragic incident shakes Oxford United: after the collapse of a young player, shock and grief prevail.
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