Amy Carr: Ex-England youth player and charity fundraiser dies age 35

The England ladies’s soccer staff has paid tribute to former youth player Amy Carr, who has died on the age of 35.(*35*)

A former goalkeeper who performed for England Under-17s and Under-19s, Carr had been identified with a mind tumor for a second time.

She was initially identified in 2015 and raised more than £2,000 for charity by operating the Dublin Marathon in 2024.

“We are heartbroken to hear that former England youth player Amy Carr has passed away aged 35,” learn a press release on the Lionesses’ X account.

“Amy, who was diagnosed with a second brain tumor in 2024, devoted her time to raising money for vital brain tumor research that could help others. She remains an inspiration to all.”

Hailing from Hemel Hempstead in Hertfordshire, Carr performed for Arsenal, Chelsea and Reading earlier than incomes a soccer scholarship within the USA.

She was taking part in skilled soccer for IL Sandviken in Norway on the time of her first analysis and later coached in Milton Keynes.

Chelsea added on X: “We are saddened to learn of the passing of former Chelsea goalkeeper, Amy Carr. Our condolences are with Amy’s friends and family at this time.”