CORK City FC have been left “devastated” by the untimely death of former academy player Alan Nagle.
The sad news of his passing was initially broken by his old schoolboy and Munster Senior League team Castleview AFC.
Sign up for the Sport newsletter
Thank you!
Taking to Facebook, Castleview AFC yesterday posted: “It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Alan Nagle.
“Alan was a hugely talented young footballer who represented our club with distinction at schoolboy level and later with both our Junior and Munster Senior League teams.
“Such was his ability and potential that he went on to join Cork City, a clear reflection of the talent he possessed and the high regard in which he was held.
“We also extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to James, his brother and our Junior Premier Manager, and to his father Frank, and to all of the Nagle family and Alan’s friends during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts are with you all.
Read More On Irish Football
“Alan will be remembered not only for his talent as a footballer, but for the impression he left on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Rest in peace, Alan.”
Earlier today, the League of Ireland outfit whose books he’d once been on as an up-and-coming defender added a tribute of its own.
A City statement read: “Everyone at Cork City FC is devastated to learn of the passing of former academy player, Alan Nagle.
“Alan joined the club at Under-15 level in 2017, and spent four years at the club, also featuring for our Under-17 and Under-19 sides.
Most read in Football
“Alan will be deeply missed by all of his former teammates, coaches and everyone at Cork City FC.
“Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this very difficult time. May he rest in peace.”
Further words of condolences have come from other football clubs across the Rebel County.
Douglas Hall AFC commented: “Sincere condolences to the Nagle family and Castleview AFC from all at Douglas Hall AFC.
“May Alan rest in peace. Cork soccer will be all the poorer without him.”
There was a similar show of solidarity from College Corinthians AFC.
WIDESPREAD SADNESS
A club spokesperson added: “Deepest sympathies to the Nagle family and all in Castleview AFC on this heartbreaking loss. We are thinking of you. May Alan rest in peace.”
Waterloo FC also said: “Condolences to James and all the Nagle family from all at Waterloo AFC. RIP Alan.”
Finally, Castlebridge Celtic FC expressed sympathy upon hearing the dreadfully sad news. A Celtic representative said: “Sincere condolences to all of Alan’s family and friends. May he rest in eternal peace.”
As a mark of respect towards Alan, Castleview AFC have announced that all of their fixtures across every age grade for this weekend have been postponed.
