Whittinghams former club, Cardiff City, expressed heartbreak in a statement on its website. Former Cardiff City midfielder Peter Whittingham has died aged 35. [54] Whittingham was part of all the matches in the League Cup campaign, which eventually saw Cardiff lose 32 on penalties to Liverpool in the final at Wembley Stadium. An ex-Cardiff City player hit his head and died after falling down stairs at a pub in a pretend fight with friends, an inquest heard. "Then, as a professional footballer - as a Bluebird - he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. [40] Whittingham earned the October Player of the Month award on 14 November 2009. He would always give it to me and then overlap me. The former footballer suffered a series of trauma due to the fall and on the 11th day at the hospital, the medical personnel couldnt manage the situation anymore which led to his death. On November 30, there is a chance to pull all that together properly for a good cause and three charities. He certainly wasnt scared of retirement, James says. Colin Marshall, a midfield team-mate, explains: Basically we didnt have a left-back because we lost a lad just before the season started. [82], In March 2021, Pontypridd Coroner's Court recorded a verdict of accidental death, concluding that Whittingham was intoxicated and engaged in "horseplay" with friends before falling through a fire door and down a flight of stairs. It was his glowing reference that convinced Peter Ridsdale to sign off the 350,000 transfer to Cardiff in 2007 when Dave Jones was in charge. When I looked more closely at Peter, I could see he wasnt moving and something was wrong, he told the court. As he grew in confidence, so did his stature in the team. Based on evidence obtained via CCTV footage, the late footballer who died at the age of 35, was seen engaging in horseplay with his friend and in-law. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Mr Williams said: I cannot remember any of the specific events of the play fight that is captured in the CCTV footage. Peter Whittingham ended his football career at Blackburn in 2018 after he and the club agreed that his contract should be terminated. CCTV captured Whittingham engaging in "horseplay" with the pair in a corridor, before he appeared to lose his balance and walked through a fire door off-camera and fell down eight steps and hit . There will be an inquest into the death of former Cardiff City footballer Peter Whittingham, the coroner's office has confirmed. An inquest has today heard that Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham died last year after suffering a tragic accident while out drinking with friends at a pub. Whittingham's former club Cardiff confirmed the news. I cannot remember being in the corridor and messing about with Pete and Ryan. He joined Cardiff for 350,000 in 2007 and established himself as a club legend with 459 appearances and 98 goals before leaving in 2017. However, the former England Under-21 international died almost two weeks later. [27] He quickly established himself in the team and was a first-team member until the end of the year, despite competition from Joe Ledley on the left-hand side. Former team-mate and Bluebirds captain Mark Hudson said he had been "blessed" to play alongside Whittingham. Rest in Peace Peter Whittingham Didnt know him personally but have the biggest respect for his footballing ability and that wand of a left foot which scored so many free kicks which I absolutely loved watching. The ex-Aston Villa player had . Whittingham collected a winner's medal as Cardiff lifted the Championship trophy following April's home encounter with Bolton Wanderers. Nobody did it better. The Championship club confirmed Whittingham's death on Thursday . Peter Whittingham dead: How did Peter Whittingham die? Cause of death Politics latest updates: NHS 'on the brink' says nursing union; 10% Did this woman die because her genitals were cut? That every manager he played for kept him in the team and encouraged the club to reward him with a competitive salary also spoke volumes. In 2007-08, the midfielder was influential in Cardiffs run to the FA Cup final, eventually won by Portsmouth. [70], He made his Rovers debut on 6 August, playing the full 90 minutes as they began the season with a 21 loss at Southend United. (modern). He brought quality and creativity to the team and raised levels in training. [81] He died from his injuries on 18 March[80] at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, aged 35. The club added: "The news of Peters sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. It was there they had their first child, who is nearly five years old and started school this year. [61] Whittingham scored his first Premier League goal in nine years against Hull City. He also played a key hand in helping the club win promotion to the Premier League in 2013 for the first time. Last updated on 20 March 202020 March 2020.From the section Cardiff. But Peter wouldnt want us to mope around so we have to soldier on.. At that point, he was said to be unstable due to the influence of alcohol. He had been out watching a Six Nations rugby match between England and Wales when he fell down the stairs of a pub, an inquest was told. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him during my time at Cardiff City. Cardiff City retired his No 7 shirt and have continued to provide support to his family. During a period of horseplay with a friend and relative he appears to have lost his balance and gone through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and his head has come into contact with the steps.. If his children grow up to like football then it wont be long before they learn just how talented their father was. Peter spent 11 years at Cardiff City where he made 457 appearances and scored a total of 96 goals. [59] Whittingham opened his scoring account for the 201213 season, on 2 September with a hat-trick in a 31 home win over Wolverhampton Wanderers. [69], Whittingham played less frequently for Cardiff after Neil Warnock was appointed manager in October 2016. A tribute to Peter Whittingham at Cardiff City Stadium last June. Read about our approach to external linking. CCTV footage showed him in a pub corridor engaging in "horseplay" before appearing to lose balance and walking through a fire door off camera, where he fell down eight steps and hit his head. Former Cardiff City manager Malky Mackay said he was "deeply shocked and saddened" at the death of "an extremely gifted footballer and a great ambassador" for the club. His loyalty would also become one of the main reasons why the fans loved him. [14] After featuring regularly during the early stages of the campaign,[15] he scored his first senior goal against Wycombe Wanderers in the League Cup third round on 23 September 2003, during a 50 win at Adams Park. Mrs Whittingham gave birth to their second son two months after his death. Heartfelt tributes have been paid to Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham after he tragically passed away at the age of 35.. One of the best left-sided players Ive ever seen.. Breaking through at Villa was far from straightforward though. When I looked more closely at Peter, I could see he wasn't moving and something was wrong," he told the court. RIP. Peter Whittingham's wife speaks publicly for the first time in moving [19][21] Having featured predominantly as a left-sided player during the early stages of his career, Burnley manager Steve Cotterill hoped Whittingham would make an impact as a central midfielder at the club, and hoped that he would do as well as Gary Cahill, another young player they had taken on loan from Villa. Peter Whittingham Obituary (2009) - Fort Lauderdale, FL - Sun-Sentinel [29], The start of the 200809 season saw Whittingham continue playing on the right side of midfield, scoring his first goal of the season on 26 August in a 21 victory over Milton Keynes Dons in the League Cup. He died at University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, police said. Everything you need to know to make sure you never miss a moment. throughout" after reviewing CCTV footage of . Obviously he had a great career, but you dont expect to have your life taken away so quickly.. Nevertheless, he was named Villa's young player of the season for the campaign. Tributes to Whittingham continue to pour across social media. Explore in 3D: The dazzling crown that makes a king. We will always be here for you. Old-vs-young games became legendary for Whittingham totally running the show. [23] Whittingham started all nine matches of his loan spell, seven in the league and two in the FA Cup,[19] before returning to Villa in late-March, despite Cotterill's hopes of extending the deal. He just lacked a little bit of self-belief at the time, but Graham thought he could be a top Premier League player. Staff would watch in awe as he rarely misplaced a pass. There was no stage too big for Whitts because he didnt take life too seriously but I think thats how he was so good, because everything he did was so relaxed., Danny Gabbidon, who worked as a player-coach at Cardiff in 2014-15, added: Technically one of the best players Ive seen. Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink was 35 when he joined Cardiff and says: Peter set up most of my goals and we didnt even work on it on the training ground. Dr Christopher Hingston, an intensive care consultant at the hospital, said Whittingham had a Glasgow coma score of three the lowest possible score and meaning he was completely unresponsive during his admission. Peter Whittingham's brother on his heartbreak: 'It's still so hard Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much After a successful trial, he signed for the Midlands club. Mr Whittingham's wife Amanda said he had not eaten since breakfast as he had been in a "rush" to watch the game when he left home at 15:00 GMT. Midfielder Peter Whittingham, 35, who played for the club from 2007 to 2017, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel, Barry, on 7 March 2020. Coronavirus Stay At Home challenge: What is it and how do you play? The news of Peters sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. Theres a largely untold story about how Whittingham found his way into the team that would go on to win the FA Youth Cup in 2002. Graduate of The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and retired Captain of the "The news of Peter's sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. "There was an amazing period for Cardiff and him. I havent stopped thinking about it. He died in March 2020, as a result of an accidental fall at a pub. Police officer DC Steve Jenkins described seeing light-hearted play fighting which evidently involves no malice whatsoever and they are all smiling throughout after reviewing CCTV footage of the incident. But as people started praising his football he became much more confident. Ex-Premier League footballer Peter Whittingham dies at age 35 - CNN [77], Whittingham scored three goals for the under-21 team. Follow Gregg on Twitter @greggevans40, Peter (left) and brother James started out in the Coventry youth system, Whittingham lining up for England Under-21s in 2005 (Photo: Nick Potts PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images), Whittingham scores a penalty in the 2012 Carling Cup final shootout (Photo: Adam Davy PA Images via Getty Images). Martin ONeills arrival at Villa had changed that outlook for Whittingham and he was allowed to move on. Peter left behind his wife, Amanda, his son, William, and another little boy, Seb, who was born two months after his father's death. "I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. At 35, it seems so unfair that hes no longer with us. He has an older brother named James who works as an investment banker for Goldman Sachs. Hence, he lost his balance and fell off the stairs. The ex-footballer had been in hospital for over a week prior to his death. CCTV captured Whittingham engaging in horseplay with his wifes brother and a friend when he appeared to lose his balance and walked through a fire door off-camera and fell down eight steps and hit his head. South Wales Police says it will give any information about Whittingham's death to the coroner having found "no evidence of a criminal act", adding "it appears the injury was caused by an accidental fall". His languid style, his talented left foot former Germany midfielder Dietmar Hamann referred to as one of the best left pegs Ive seen and his uncanny ability to score long-range goals helped Cardiff reach the 2008 FA Cup final and the 2012 League Cup final. Peter Whittingham: Inquest into Cardiff City legend's death In his 10 years at the club, Whittingham became a firm fan favorite, making 456 appearances and scored 96 goals including 25 goals in one season from midfield. An ex-Cardiff City player hit his head and died after falling down stairs at a pub in a pretend fight with friends, an inquest heard. This has led to a traumatic head injury.. "First and foremost, Peter was a family man - and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality," Cardiff's statement added. I will forever be grateful for you taking me under your wing, he said on Instagram. He would never see his second son, who is now two years old. Peter Whittingham's brother James looks back on his decorated football career and the painful memories of his death in March 2020 . You were one of the most technical and gifted players Ive played with and that left foot of yours was like a wand. "Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family. Footballer Peter Whittingham died after 'engaging in horseplay' before pic.twitter.com/XZSSN2uRyA. For me he would be up there with the best Cardiff City player. Match of the Day: What fans can expect as show returns this weekend. Williams said he found Whittingham lying at the bottom of the steps beyond a fire door in the pubs corridor with his face to the side, and tried to lift him up only to find his body limp. It was a trial at Villa that changed Peters fortunes, though. Taylor said he recalled people wanting to take photographs with Whittingham in the pub corridor, which led to steps taking guests to an external smoking area, but also said he had no memory of play fighting or Whittingham falling before he noticed him on the ground. When asked how . James, who has since carved out a successful career as a director in investment banking, would go on to achieve an Oxford University Blue (the highest honour granted to an individual sports person at the university)in rugby and represented England Students in 2004-05. One wrote on Twitter: "Incredibly sad news. Peter Whittingham pictured playing for Cardiff in October 2015. The Coroner said: Mr. Whittingham had consumed a quantity of alcohol that has likely impacted on his demeanor and steadiness before he fell. He continued his scoring form with a brace against Watford[37] and goals against Crystal Palace[38] and Coventry City[39] followed by a hat-trick against Sheffield United. A third added: "RIP Whitts we will never ever forget everything you have done for us and I am truly heartbroken that you have left us. He became a brilliant player. The transfer remains one of the best value-for-money deals the club has ever made. Former Cardiff City midfielder Peter Whittingham died after falling down stairs at a pub following a drunken "play fight" with friends, an inquest has been told. His understanding of football was really high., Ben Turner, who Whittingham won promotion to the Premier League alongside in 2014, says: Whitts was the same laid-back guy, no matter who you were playing, where you were playing. His time with Villa includes six managers, three ownership groups, an FA Cup Final, the fatal relegation campaign and an epic return to the Premier League. A cultured central midfielder who played more than 400 times for Cardiff, the Nuneaton-born star spent six seasons of h At Villa, it was me and Whitts down the left. He made one substitute appearance during the tournament, coming on late in a 22 draw with Italy. He signed for Blackburn Rovers in June 2017, and made 24 appearances for the club before his contract was terminated by mutual consent in August 2018. He didnt care so much about the salary or sitting on the bench on a bigger contract and collecting more money. "There's very few that stay at a club for that period of time and give their all every single season as well. Wednesday 3 March 2021 11:25, UK. 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Footballer Peter Whittingham fell and died after 'play fight', inquest He was living in Dinas Powys, Vale of Glamorgan, with Amanda and his young son when he died. In a statement read to the hearing, Williams said: I would say that we were all drunk by the night. Peter Whittingham died in March 2020 after spending 11 days in hospital, Former Aston Villa player Peter Whittingham died with head injuries after suffering a fall, Peter Whittingham spent 10 years at Cardiff, racking up 413 league appearances. Peter Whittinghams wife, Amanda told the court that his late husband left the house in a hurry to catch up with the rugby game involving Wales and England. 13:57, Fri, Mar 20, 2020 | UPDATED: 13:59, Fri, Mar 20, 2020. Visit CNN.com/sport for more news, features, and videos. He took Cardiff City to the final of the FA Cup in 2008 and the League Cup final in 2012. Whittingham, 35, suffered . Must live in Nigeria. New data released by Ipsos this morning has shown that around 55% of Britons expect the Tories to lose seats on Thursday, with 45% expecting Labour to pick up support. His performances were praised by manager Dave Jones. [49], Despite the links with a move away from the Welsh capital, new Cardiff boss, Malky Mackay insisted that Whittingham was central to his plans. He lived far away and said he would miss his girlfriend too much if he continued at Villa, so he became an electrician instead. [10][11] He was handed his first team debut on 21 April 2003 by manager Graham Taylor against Newcastle United, as a half-time substitution for Gareth Barry in a 11 away draw. [18], The following season, Whittingham began the campaign as a regular substitute and scored his only league goal for Villa on 6 November 2004, opening a 30 win over Portsmouth at Villa Park. [62] Despite the bright start, Cardiff were eventually relegated after just one season. Golf became his new passion. THE football world has been left stunned by the passing of Peter Whittingham. He was part of the Aston Villa team that won the 2001-02 FA Youth Cup, and a year later he made his Premier League debut. Whittingham was a huge fans' favourite at Cardiff, scoring numerous spectacular long-range goals which helped earn him a place in the EFL's team of the decade for 2005-2015. Taylor was a good coach for Whittingham. "It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. But it is with Cardiff that the stylish left-footed playmaker will be forever most closely associated. You talk about players you've played with - he's the first player I talk about, his quality. Whittingham, Peter Frederick, 60, late of Pembroke Pines, FL and Portland, Jamaica, passed away on Wednesday April 29, 2009. For more information and to buy tickets for the game, visit here. His wife, Amanda, gave birth to his second son two months after his death. Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family. Nicholas Davison, a friend of Whittingham and his brother-in-law Robert Williams, said the group drank "between six and 10 pints" and had a "round of shots" at The Park pub. "[58] On 28 August 2012, Whittingham signed a new 3-year deal at Cardiff, ending speculation on his future. My dad answered the phone and was told to get everyone up there. The more difficult bit to write is how it all ended, so quickly but also painfully drawn out in the end. 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