A moment's silence will be held to honour former A-League star Liam Miller who passed away today, Football Federation Australia announced.
In a statement, FFA said it was "saddened' to learn of the Irish International's death at the age of 36 from pancreatic cancer.
The former Celtic, Manchester United and Leeds midfielder, played for three A-League clubs towards the end of his professional career.
He lined up for Perth Glory, Brisbane Roar and Melbourne City between 2011 and 2014 and ran out with the the A-League All Stars against one his former clubs, Manchester United, in front of 83,127 supporters at ANZ Stadium in July 2013.
A-League boss, Greg O’Rourke, said many people involved with the league were today feeling the loss of the highly regarded Miller.
Devastated!! Rest easy my friend! https://t.co/v3UBDv6E8G
— Danny Vukovic (@vuka20) February 10, 2018
Many of those who took to Twitter to express their condolences were former A-League teammates of the gifted playmaker.
"There has been an outpouring of emotion and respect from clubs, players, and fans following the tragic loss of Liam Miller,” O’Rourke said. “That underlines the esteem in which Liam was and will always be held.
“There will be a moment of silence before tonight’s match between Melbourne City FC, one of Liam’s former clubs, and Sydney FC, while Brisbane Roar’s Westfield W-League side will wear black armbands tomorrow.
“Our thoughts go out to those closest to Liam – his wife, children, family and friends."
Absolutely devastated!! Great footballer, an even better person. Rest In Peace mate. https://t.co/QJ657tRVKW
— Steven McGarry (@stevenmcgarry) February 10, 2018
Devastated with news on Liam Miller. Was lucky enough to know and play alongside such a great person and player! Love & prayers🙏🏽
— jacob burns (@JacobBurns07) February 10, 2018
All our thoughts and prayers are with you Liam 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/yRGmyQRWhD
— Michael Thwaite (@thatsfootballmt) February 10, 2018
VALE Liam Miller
— Brisbane Roar (@brisbaneroar) February 9, 2018
BRFC are incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of our Championship winning midfielder. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friend at this time. pic.twitter.com/cw1lr3BB6T
Roar picked up a rare win in Melbourne on Friday night, defeating Victory 2-1 at AAMI Park. And Brisbane defender, Jade North, recalled the last time they had achieved that feat was four years ago when Miller scored.
So sad to hear the passing of my former team mate Liam Miller. Last night was the first time since Jan 2014 @brisbaneroar had won in Melbourne. Liam scored that night to cap off one of the most special @ALeague goals ever. An absolute pleasure to know and play with you. #RIP pic.twitter.com/ItOBxesbFs
— Jade North (@jadesta_13) February 10, 2018
We will never forget this goal at AAMI Park.
— Brisbane Roar (@brisbaneroar) February 10, 2018
Our Roar Women will wear black armbands & there will be a minute's silence at Perry Park tomorrow in memory of Liam Miller. pic.twitter.com/zTJ2lz82p9
There will also be a moment of silence at Sunday's W-League Semi-Final between Brisbane Roar and Melbourne City FC at Perry Park in Queensland.
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