Former Cardiff midfielder Peter Whittingham dies aged 35
The former Cardiff and Aston Villa midfielder Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35. Whittingham had what South Wales police described as “an accidental fall” at a Barry pub on 7 March and had been in hospital with head injuries.
The former midfielder was a huge fans’ favourite at Cardiff, scoring numerous spectacular long-range goals that helped earn him a place in the EFL’s team of the decade for 2005-2015. He started his career at Villa before joining Cardiff in 2007, playing more than 450 times for the club. He finished his career at Blackburn, whom he left in August 2018.
“It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35,” Cardiff said. “We are heartbroken. The news of Peter’s sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. Our love goes out to his wife, Amanda, their young son and family. They are at the forefront of our thoughts and, on their behalf, we ask for their privacy to be respected at this unfathomably cruel and difficult time.
“First and foremost, Peter was a family man – and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality. Then, as a professional footballer – as a Bluebird – he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. Nobody did it better.
“The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. We love you Pete and your memory will eternally stay with us.”
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Whittingham’s former Cardiff colleague Aaron Ramseywere among those to pay tribute. “I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Peter Whittingham,” said the Manchester United manager,