England and the world of football in general are shocked and mourning after knowing the tragic and premature death of Ethan Ade -oduwale, 10-year-old player that militated in the juvenile team of the lower categories of the Charlton Athletic, League One Club (Third English Division). The entity itself communicated through its official channels the sad news of its loss with an emotional and heartbreaking communicated.
«Charlton Athletic is devastated to learn about the tragic death From Ethan Ade -oduwale, a dear member of the U10 team of our academy. Ethan's smile, energy and enthusiasm will always be remembered by his teammates and academy staff. From the moment he stepped on the Sparrows Lane football field, his desire to succeed was extended to each session and his love for football will be remembered forever, ”begins Charlton Athletic.
Awful news this morning of the passing of 10-year-old Charlton academy player Ethan Ade-Oduwale💔🙏
Our thoughts & prayers go out to all their friends and family, taken far too soon. RIP ❤️🕊️ pic.twitter.com/Nb35G80M11
— TheSecretScout (@TheSecretScout_) July 29, 2025
The causes of the death of Ethan Ade -oduwale are not known
«A brilliant example of what football should be for any young player with his love for the ball, his teammates and the respect of all those around him, Ethan will be deeply missed by all », Add the club in its statement. The president of Charlton Athletic, Gavin Carter, said: “On behalf of all in Charlton Athletic, we are devastated by the heartbreaking news of Ethan's death.”
«Our deepest condolences, our most sincere condolences and all our support to the parents and family of Ethan. We request that your privacy be respected, as well as that of your friends, teammates and staff who worked with him, during this difficult time, ”added the top president of the British club. For his part, the director of the Academy, Tom Pell, said: «Everyone at the Charlton Athletic Academy is absolutely devastated when we find out about the news of Ethan's tragic death. On behalf of all those who are part of the academy, we send our thoughts, prayers and sincere condolences to the parents of Ethan, Decola and Esther, and to the rest of the family and friends of Ethan ».
«In due time, we will share information about our plans to pay tribute to Ethan throughout the academy to ensure that it is always remembered. His radiant smile will never be forgotten. We kindly request that privacy be respected of his family, his teammates and staff during this truly difficult time. Rest in peace, Ethan, ”he concluded.
We are devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Ethan Ade-Oduwale, a cherished member of our academy’s U10s team.
Rest in peace, Ethan ❤️
#cafc— Charlton Athletic FC (@CAFCofficial) July 29, 2025
