Slough Town have been left devastated as they announce the death of 19 year old player Christian Rowe on Friday afternoon.
The National League South club confirmed that the Academy 23 player passed away following a road traffic accident that the promising young footballer had been involved in.
They said in a statement that its game away at Braintree Town in the league has been postponed as well as the planned U23s fixture this weekend.
We are saddened to announce the passing of Christian Rowe. pic.twitter.com/9zeNemFHnF
— Slough Town FC (@sloughtownfc) January 21, 2022
A spokesperson said: “It is with great sadness that we have to announce the tragic passing of Christian Rowe in a road traffic accident.
“This news has left everyone involved with Academy23, Slough Town FC and Binfield FC devastated and heartbroken.
“Christian was regarded as one of Slough Town’s most promising young players and this season had been a standout performer for the U23s and had been involved in the first team squad.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Christian’s parents, family, friends and teammates.
“We ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy at this difficult time.”
Joint-manager Neil Baker said: “Devastated to receive the news on Christian yesterday, can only send our condolences to all his family and friends, a lovely lad who had a real chance of an excellent career in football, and one that myself and Jon rated highly.
“19 is just no age. Rest in peace Christian.”
More tributes were paid with Slough Town devastated as they announce the death of their 19 year old player…
@CheshuntUltras: Terrible news, sending condolences to the club and Christian’s family, from all of the Cheshunt fans
@ryan_tee: Sad news! Fly high and shows life is too short! #onceahawkalwaysahawk
@AFCOldOak: Sad sad news. Thoughts and condolences to Christian’s family friends and your club.
@LizJThorn: Devastated by this tragic news of the passing of Christian, he was a lovely young man and a very talented footballer whom I had the pleasure of watching. My heart goes out to his Family, Friends, Teamates, Managers and all involved at both Binfield and Slough fc. ❤
@OxCityFC: Oxford City FC send our best wishes to Christian Rowe’s family & friends and to everyone at Slough Town.
@bclifford47: Incredibly sad news about young Christian. A good footballer but even better kid, thoughts with family and friends at such a sad time.
@Wrexham_AFC: Sending our deepest condolences to Christian’s family, friends and all of those at Slough Town.
@rowansmith_1: Yesterday I found out that a good mate of mine passed away. One of the nicest individuals you’ll meet. Serious player too. You’ll be missed greatly. Rest in peace mate
@scottdavies1988: Life can be so cruel at times. My heart breaks for so many people. 💔 Thoughts are with Christian’s family, friends and all those who were lucky enough to play with him at the football club. A very talented young man who we’ll make sure is never forgotten. 💙💛
Christian Rowe, my best friend, my brother, my family. I hope I make you proud, everything I do is for you❤️ #RIPCHRISTIAN pic.twitter.com/XFmSAoj04I
— Josh Eatwell (@EatwellJosh) January 21, 2022
Crazy what I’m seeing right now…… Rest Easy & Fly High my Bro 😩😩 https://t.co/mzCCGxCJBJ pic.twitter.com/lXo4ltFvDD
— Kieron Louloudis (@KieronLoulou) January 21, 2022
@BerksandBucksFA: We send our sincere condolences to Christian’s family & friends and to those at the clubs he represented at this incredibly difficult time
@Will_Butts: Terrible news and a tragedy to lose a young man in such circumstances. Condolences to everyone who knew him, friends, club mates and family.
@puddletown_tom: RIP Christian. My thoughts and prayers are with him, his family and all who loved him.
@stubroos: This is awful news. Condolences to all family and friends
@ConcordRangers: The thoughts of us all here at Concord Rangers are with Christian’s family, friends and all those at Slough Town FC.
@YTFC: Truly sad news. Sending thoughts and prayers from Somerset to Christian’s friends, family & those at the club.
@BurnhamFC1878: Devastating news. Our thoughts and sincere condolences to Christian’s family, friends and all his teammates. Rest in peace young man
Everyone at the club are shocked and saddened by the passing of former Hawks player Christian Rowe.
Our thoughts are with Christian’s friends and family at this awful and difficult time. pic.twitter.com/75rz3ZX6YK
— Havant & Waterlooville FC (@HWFCOfficial) January 21, 2022
Words cannot describe how I feel. Not only my team mate but my brother. You were loved by so many people, and it still doesn’t feel real💔
Rest in paradise Chris ❤️ #CR4 pic.twitter.com/D6XCOqeuiT— Pierce McNamara (@piercemc4) January 21, 2022
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