Son of goalkeeper Sven Ulreich passes away following a severe illness.
Bayern Munich Goalkeeper Sven Ulreich and Bari FC Player Matthias Verreth Mourn the Loss of Their Sons
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Sven Ulreich, the backup goalkeeper for Bayern Munich, and Matthias Verreth, a player for Bari FC in Serie B, have both lost their young sons.
Sven Ulreich announced the death of his 6-year-old son Len after a long and serious illness on his Instagram page[1]. The club and athlete have expressed deep sadness regarding this loss. The family is trying to find their way back to life, step by step, with their daughter.
In Italy, Matthias Verreth's 14-month-old son passed away suddenly due to a virus. Bari FC's president, Luigi De Laurentiis, is by the side of Matthias Verreth and his family during this difficult time. The entire Bari FC squad is standing with Matthias Verreth during his loss.
Bari FC has requested that fans show their emotional solidarity to Matthias Verreth and his family during this painful time. The team will return to Bari today as a sign of mourning and respect for the tragedy. Bari FC has expressed its support for Matthias Verreth and his family.
The statement on social media was intended to create clarity for those around them and the public. The decision to make the announcement public was difficult for both families. FC Bayern Munich and the Ulreich family's friends and families have provided immense support over the last few months.
Bari FC's president, technical staff, entire squad, management, and collaborators are left speechless by the death of Matthias Verreth's son. They have asked all fans, men and women, to express their condolences and emotional solidarity to Matthias Verreth, his wife, his firstborn daughter, and all his loved ones.
As the football community comes together to support these families, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human side of sport. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sven Ulreich, Matthias Verreth, and their families during this difficult time.
[1] Source: Sven Ulreich's Instagram post, link [2] Source: Bari FC's official statement, link
In this challenging time, Sven Ulreich, Bayern Munich goalkeeper, and Matthias Verreth, a player from European-league Serie A's Bari FC, have suffered a tremendous loss. Despite their roles on the football field, their love for sports extends to their families, as they both tragically lost their young sons.
