Maddy Cusack death updates — Sheffield United star dies at 27 after signing new deal as cause not yet revealed
SHEFFIELD United women's star Maddy Cusack has died aged 27, the club confirmed in a heartbreaking statement Thursday afternoon.
Rising Sheffield United star Cusack tragically passed away last week, with tributes pouring in from across the football world.
Maddy had just entered her sixth season with the club after signing a new deal in July.
Clubs across the women's game held a minute's silence before matches this weekend, including meeting with .
In a club statement, The Blades said: "Ahead of the Newcastle game, we will celebrate & honour the life of Maddy Cusack, a loved & respected figure of the Sheffield United family. There will forever be a void in the hearts of everyone connected to the club & a number of activities have been planned to remember her. We would politely ask supporters to be in their seats for 4.15pm to partake."
The cause of death has not yet been revealed but police have confirmed they are not treating it as suspicious.
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The Football Association also shares tribute
The FA about Maddy's death: "We are all devastated to learn about the passing of Maddy Cusack.
"On behalf of The FA, the Lionesses, the Women’s Super League and the Women’s Championship, our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Maddy’s family, friends, team-mates and everyone at Sheffield United."
Sheffield United 'devastated' after Maddy Cusack death
Maddy's team, Sheffield United, shared a statement about the death of its midfielder.
The team : "Sheffield United Football Club is devastated to report the sad news of the passing of Maddy Cusack.
"The Club and Maddy’s family would appreciate a period of privacy and will not comment further at this sad time."
Birmingham City Women shares statement
Along with a photo of Maddy, the Birmingham City women's team shared a on X, formerly Twitter, writing: "The Club are saddened to learn of the passing of former player Maddy Cusack.
"All of our thoughts are with Maddy’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time
Statement from United Chief's executive officer
Stephen Bettis, Chief executive officer for United, said: "This is heartbreaking news for everyone at Bramall Lane.
"Maddy had a unique position of being part of a number of teams at Sheffield United and was popular with everyone that she came into contact with.
"Her personality and professionalism made her a credit to her family — she will be sadly missed.
"Whilst taking in the news and moving forward, the club will offer as much support as possible to Maddy’s family, friends and colleagues."
Maddy Cusack has died
Maddy Cusack, a Sheffield United Women player, died at the age of 27.
Cusack joined United in 2019 and became the club's first player to feature in over 100 games.
The midfielder also worked for the club as a marketing executive.