George Baldock, the former Sheffield United defender who recently joined Greek club Panathinaikos, tragically passed away at the age of 31. His fiancée, Annabel Dignam, shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, expressing her profound sorrow and love for him. She described Baldock as “the perfect dad” to their son, Brody, revealing that he was scheduled to return home to celebrate Brody’s first birthday just days after his untimely death. Dignam conveyed that Baldock had completed her life, saying, “My world will never be the same, but I will find a way for Brody”
The official statement from Baldock’s family reflected their deep grief and highlighted his vibrant personality, which touched many lives both on and off the field. They confirmed that he drowned in the swimming pool at his home in Athens and requested privacy as they navigate this devastating loss
In a show of respect, both teams in a recent Nations League match held a moment of silence for Baldock, who represented Greece internationally. His death has been met with an outpouring of tributes from fans, teammates, and football organizations alike
