Wales manager Gary Speed dead

martyn williams · Post #1 by **martyn williams** » Sun Nov 27, 2011 4:02 pm

This is a big shock ,he was on the tele yesterday and looked fit and well.

[video]http://youtu.be/dGRkRDE6Cio[/video]

He was a great player for Leeds.and doing well with Wales.Had a good chat with him when he was a Leeds player a few years ago a nice guy.
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Two football clubs in Yorkshire who Gary Speed played for have said they are stunned by his death.

Gary Speed began his career at Leeds United and was part of the side that won the First Division title in 1992.

He later played for Sheffield United and went on to manage the side following the departure of Kevin Blackwell.

In early statements, both clubs expressed shock at the news that Speed, 42, had died unexpectedly.

The Football Association of Wales has told the BBC it appears the national manager for Wales killed himself.

'Sad loss'

Cheshire Police confirmed he was found dead at 07:08 GMT at his home in Huntington, Chester. They said there were no suspicious circumstances.

In a brief statement on the club's website, Sheffield United said: "Everybody at Sheffield United is extremely shocked and saddened to learn of the death of former player and manager Gary Speed.

"Thoughts are with Gary's family and friends at this distressing time."

Leeds United said the club was "stunned and saddened" to hear of his death.

Tributes were also paid to Speed, who leaves a wife and two children, on Twitter.

BBC Radio One DJ Chris Moyles, a Leeds United supporter, tweeted: "Just heard the very sad news about Gary Speed. Such a sad loss and so young. RIP."

Former chief executive of Yorkshire County Cricket Club Stewart Regan, who is now in charge of the Scottish Football Association, tweeted: "I am speechless at the news of Gary Speed's death. Craig L and I had lunch with him on Weds in Brussels. Talented young manager. So sad."
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usedjcbdave · Post #2 by **usedjcbdave** » Sun Nov 27, 2011 6:59 pm

A gentleman of the highest order.Every fan seemed to look up to him as a true professional.Whilst at my beloved Blades he played and managed before stepping up to be Wales manager and seemed to have turned them round.Rest in peace Gary.

Joes1989 · Post #3 by **Joes1989** » Sun Nov 27, 2011 7:26 pm

I am in total shock at this sad news! Never really followed him as a player but as i have welsh blood in me i always follow wales, sometimes over england! It was unbelievable what he has done since he took over at wales.....
I think this video kind of somes up peoples reactions......with a mintues silence breaking into applause and chants of "theres only one gary speed!!!!"
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/15910765.stm

We have lost a true professional!

May you rest in peace Gary!

RIP

argie · Post #4 by **argie** » Sun Nov 27, 2011 7:40 pm

Proffesional to the core. R.I.P Gary Speed. :bow:

martyn williams · Post #5 by **martyn williams** » Thu Dec 01, 2011 11:38 am

[video]http://youtu.be/qDCly3AjKLA[/video]

martyn williams · Post #6 by **martyn williams** » Sat Dec 03, 2011 5:06 pm

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/15901797.stm
His family attended todays game,I think they would take comfort from the tribute to him at Elland Road.
Martyn

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