Irish football is coming to terms with the devastating news that Derry City captain Ryan McBride has passed away.
At just 27 years of age, his death is a shock and a bitter pill to swallow for everyone associated with the League of Ireland. He was found in his home the day after leading his side to a 4-0 win over Drogheda United, and many members of the local citizens of Derry have gathered to mourn the loss of a much-loved and well-respected member of the community.
The news is hard to phathom, and tributes have been pouring in from all over Irish football and beyond as word has spread of the tragic event.
Terribly sad news hearing Derry City footballer Ryan McBride has passed away. Thoughts are with Ryan's family and close friends. ☝??
— John Hartson (@JohnHartson10) March 19, 2017
Awful news tonight. I only met him a couple of weeks ago in Derry but he was a gent. Thoughts and prayers with his family. RIP https://t.co/YOBoN2aYti
— Kevin Kilbane (@kdkilbane77) March 19, 2017
Desperately sad news about Ryan McBride. Thoughts with his family and friends. RIP
— Richie Sadlier (@RichieSadlier) March 19, 2017
We wish our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ryan McBride such awful news to hear, may he rest in peace @derrycityfc ?⚪️
— Finn Harps FC (@FinnHarpsFC) March 19, 2017
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of @DerryCityFC captain Ryan McBride following his tragic passing. May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/eNsv0Dxnbj
— Galway United (@GalwayUnitedFC) March 19, 2017
I can only pray for a bright, brand new day
In the town I loved so well ?⚪️
Ryan McBride#TheToughestManInFootball— Patrick Flynn (@pajoflynn) March 19, 2017
One of the toughest centre backs I've ever played against and some great battles with him. RIP Ryan McBride.
— Seani Maguire (@Seani_Maguire_) March 19, 2017
All @ShamrockRovers express their deep sadness at the news of the sudden passing on @derrycityfc captain Ryan McBride pic.twitter.com/8Ppoa4x4Vn
— Shamrock Rovers F.C. (@ShamrockRovers) March 19, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to all @derrycityfc on the sudden passing of Ryan McBride. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. RIP
— Cork City FC (@CorkCityFC) March 19, 2017
All @DundalkFC sends our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ryan McBride & our friends at @derrycityfc. Shocking and sad news.
— Dundalk FC (@DundalkFC) March 19, 2017
Thoughts tonight with the family of Ryan McBride and everyone involved with @derrycityfc pic.twitter.com/ecTst1872W
— Official Irish FA (@OfficialIrishFA) March 19, 2017
My thoughts are with the family, friends & club mates of Derry City Captain Ryan McBride who has sadly passed away . RIP
— Paul McGrath (@Paulmcgrath5) March 19, 2017
Can't believe the news of @derrycityfc Ryan McBrides passing. My condolences goes out to all his family and friends. In shock here #RIP ??
— Stephen Elliott (@SleevesElliott) March 19, 2017
All @LimerickFCie would like to offer our deepest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of @derrycityfc captain Ryan McBride. pic.twitter.com/b1DQyfgI7j
— Limerick FC (@LimerickFCie) March 19, 2017
In utter shock at the sad news @derrycityfc tonight. Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Ryan McBride and all on Foyleside
— Tony O'Donoghue (@Corktod) March 19, 2017
Devastating news hearing that Derry city captain Ryan Mcbride has died. Thoughts & prayers go out to his family & all at Derry city #RIPRyan
— Alan Keane (@keano47) March 19, 2017
Terrible news about Ryan McBride ? my thoughts are with his family and everyone connected with @derrycityfc #Rip ?? #HeWasAnAnimal ??
— Greg Bolger (@Greggyb6) March 19, 2017
RIP Ryan McBride, had some great battles over the years, thoughts with his family and all at Derry City.
— Daniel North (@DannyNorth7) March 19, 2017
Our thoughts, prayers & sympathies are with Ryan McBride, his family, friends & everyone @derrycityfc. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam ?❤️ pic.twitter.com/9SidGd7Y3h
— St Patrick's Ath (@stpatsfc) March 19, 2017
Shocked of the sudden passing of @derrycityfc player Ryan mc bride. Loved watching him play, tough no nonsense centre half rip. #RyanMcBride
— Philly Mc Mahon (@PhillyMcMahon) March 19, 2017
Once again we would like to extend our deepest condolences to all involved with Derry City FC.
RIP.
