Amy Carr: Former England youth player and charity fundraiser dies aged 35

The England women’s national football team mourned the death of its former young player, Amy Carr, who passed away at the age of 35.

Carr, a former goalkeeper who played for England Under-17s and Under-19s, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor for the second time.

She was originally diagnosed in 2015 and has raised more than £2,000 for charity by running the Dublin Marathon in 2024.

A statement on the Lionesses

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

Carr, who hails from Hemel Hempstead in Hertfordshire, played for Arsenal, Chelsea and Reading before earning a football scholarship in the United States.

She was playing professional football for IL Sandviken in Norway at the time of her first diagnosis and later coached at Milton Keynes.

Chelsea added on the X website: “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.”