URGENT: Former Liverpool Women's Manager Matt Beard Dies Suddenly at 47

Breaking News: Former Liverpool Women's Manager Matt Beard Dies Suddenly at 47 Former Liverpool Women's manager Matt Beard has died suddenly at the age of 47, the club announced today. Beard led Liverpool to back-to-back WSL titles in 2013 and 2014 during his first spell with the club. He returned for a second stint in 2021 but was sacked in February this year. Liverpool paid tribute to Beard as "an extremely committed and successful manager" who will be remembered for his integrity and warmth. The Football Association called him a "key figure" in women's football. Beard's brother Mark took to social media to pay tribute, describing him as the "most amazing, caring man" who was loved by everyone he met. This is a developing story with more information expected to emerge shortly. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*