Soccer

Matt Beard: Players pay tribute after former Liverpool manager’s death

The ex-Liverpool Women manager, who died aged 47, mentored many Irish players

Manchester United and Arsenal players observe a minute's silence in memory of Matt Beard prior to their WSL game on Sunday. Photograph: Richard Sellers/ PA Wire
Manchester United and Arsenal players observe a minute's silence in memory of Matt Beard prior to their WSL game on Sunday. Photograph: Richard Sellers/ PA Wire
Mary Hannigan
Sun Sept 21 2025 - 21:16

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Mary Hannigan

Mary Hannigan

Mary Hannigan is a sports writer with The Irish Times