Teenager tragically passes away after collapsing during football match in Dublin

A young footballer has died after collapsing during an under-16s game in Santry this morning.

The teenager was playing for Belvedere FC in a match against St Kevin’s Boys today but collapsed soon after the game had started. The boy has not been named by the football club in a statement released this evening.

"Belvedere Football Club is mourning the death of one of our U16 players who tragically collapsed while playing for the club today. “While all of our members are in deep shock, our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this tragic time. “We ask that the privacy of the family be respected as the club supports them in grieving their boy. We won't be releasing the player's name until all family members have been contacted. “The club will also support our U16 players, coaches and parents who are devastated at the loss of a very popular team-mate."

Our thoughts are with the boy's family, friends and everyone associated with the football club. R.I.P.