Liverpool game postponed as tributes to be paid to Matt Beard

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Liverpool Women's trip to Aston Villa Women has been postponed following the sudden passing of the former Reds boss Matt Beard, who has died at the age of 47.

"Liverpool Football Club is deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of former LFC Women manager Matt Beard," the club said in a statement on Saturday.

"The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Matt’s family and friends at this devastating time."

The WSL fixture, which was scheduled to kick off at 12pm UK time (7am ET) will not be played today.

He was voted WSL Manager of the Season twice.

The WSL posted on X, saying: "Everyone at WSL Football extends its deepest sympathies to the family, friends and loved ones of Matt Beard following news of his passing.



Beard was remembered by Liverpool following his death

Rest in peace, Matt."

The FA said: "We're deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Matt Beard

Matt was a key figure in growing the women's game and will be missed by all.

"Our thoughts go out to his family and friends during this difficult time."

Beard's former club West Ham United said in a statement: "West Ham United is deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of former manager Matt Beard.

"The thoughts and condolences of everyone at the Club are with Matt’s family and friends at this incredibly sad time."

Millwall, where Beard began his career in the professional game, added: "Everybody at the club is deeply saddened by the passing of former Lionesses manager, Matt Beard.

"We send all our love and support to his family, friends and colleagues across the many clubs he managed at this very difficult time."