Ex-England youth footballer James Walker dies aged 38

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James Walker, an England youth footballer, has died aged 38, seven years after suffering cardiac arrest.

James Walker, who came through Charlton Athletic's academy and played for England youth, has died aged 38. He suffered a cardiac arrest in 2019 whilst teaching a PE class. Southend United, his former club, has confirmed his death and announced a minute's applause tribute.

How it is being reported

• James Walker: Ex-England youth star dies seven years after life-altering cardiac arrestIndependent Sport · 1 Oct, 17:49
• Ex-England youth footballer, 38, dies seven years after cardiac arrest changed his lifeMirror Sport · 1 Oct, 17:00

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