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Hundreds attend ex-Liverpool manager Beard's funeral

Hundreds attend ex-Liverpool manager Beard's funeral

Summary

A funeral service for Matt Beard, former Liverpool women's team manager, took place at Liverpool's Metropolitan Cathedral. Hundreds, including family, friends, and prominent figures from women's football, attended. Beard, known for his successful management, passed away at age 47.

Key Facts

  • Matt Beard was the former manager of Liverpool's women's football team.
  • He led the team to two Women's Super League titles in 2013 and 2014.
  • Beard passed away on September 20 at the age of 47.
  • Around 600 people attended his funeral service at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.
  • Attendees included family, former players, and notable figures from women's football like U.S. boss Emma Hayes.
  • Liverpool's first-team squad, manager Gareth Taylor, and several former players also attended.
  • Tributes were paid, highlighting Beard's impact on the women's game and his personality.
  • Mourners wore red or football shirts, and the service concluded with Liverpool's anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone."

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