- Sheffield United Women's Cusack dies aged 27

Sheffield United Women midfielder Maddy Cusack, aged 27, has passed away, according to an announcement made by the Women’s Championship club on Thursday. Cusack had joined the club in 2019 and achieved the milestone of 100 appearances last season. In addition to her on-field contributions, she also served as a marketing executive at the club’s offices in Bramall Lane. Stephen Bettis, the club’s CEO, expressed his deep sorrow at the tragic news, emphasizing Cusack’s significant role within the various teams at Sheffield United and her popularity among all those she interacted with. He praised her exceptional personality and professionalism, which reflected positively on her family. Cusack’s untimely demise leaves a void that will be greatly felt by all who knew her. The club had recently extended her contract for a sixth season in July. No details regarding the cause of her death have been disclosed by the club.