Callum McVeigh died aged 23The football community in Northern Ireland is mourning the loss of a "much-loved" and gifted young player, Callum McVeigh, who tragically passed away on Christmas Eve. McVeigh, 23, was known for his versatility and technical prowess and earned the respect and admiration of team-mates across various clubs in Northern Ireland. In a poignant social media post, the club announced: "It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the tragic passing of our player, Callum McVeigh, who died on Christmas Eve at the age of 23. His former team, Knockbreda Football Club, also paid tribute to the young player on social media following his tragic passing. They stated: "All at Knockbreda Football Club are shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of former player Callum McVeigh.

Source: Express December 26, 2025 20:35 UTC