Coroner Graeme Hughes said Whittingham had "consumed a quantity of alcohol that has likely impacted on his demeanour and steadiness" before he fell. "Not only were you a great player and professional you were an amazing human, City loves you more than you know.". Whittingham, an ex-England Under-21 international who started his career with Aston Villa, sustained a head injury in a fall at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020, where he had watched an England vs Wales rugby match with friends. What was his cause of death? The club added: "The news of Peters sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. In a statement read to the hearing, Mr Williams said: "I would say that we were all drunk by the night. Peter Whittingham in action for Derby County Coroner Graeme Hughes recorded an accidental death conclusion. Mr Hughes passed his deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Whittingham as he ended the hearing. It read: "At around 10pm on March 7, South Wales Police were called to a licensed premises in Barry. Former Cardiff midfielder Peter Whittingham dies aged 35, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. An ex-Cardiff City player hit his head and died after falling down stairs at a pub in a pretend fight with friends, an inquest heard. The inquest heard Mr Whittingham underwent an emergency operation after the incident to relieve pressure on his brain and was later sent to the intensive care unit. After leaving the Welsh capital in 2017, he spent a season at Blackburn Rovers before retiring in 2018. Mr Whittingham then leaves the shot and a second or two later people rush to his aid. All at Aston Villa are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Peter Whittingham, an Academy graduate and FA Youth Cup winner who represented our first team between 2003 and 2007, the Premier League club posted on their Twitter account. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Dr Christopher Hingston, an intensive care consultant at the hospital, said Whittingham had a Glasgow coma score of three - the lowest possible score and meaning he was completely unresponsive - during his admission. Thank you for signing up to Four Four Two. The Championship club confirmed the former Bluebirds midfielder had died after a police statement earlier in the week that he was in a critical condition in hospital. As well as a brilliant strike rate of more than one in five, he also assisted many more with his classy left foot. He also played for England's Under-21s 17 times, as well as Aston Villa. Aston Villa and Blackburn both paid tribute to their former player. Mr Taylor said Mr Whittingham's eyes were "wide open and were almost completely white" having rolled to the back of his head. The Warwickshire-born star, who represented England U21s 17 times, started his career at Aston Villa in 2003 before moving on to Burnley and Derby. "A 35-year-old man from Penarth suffered a head injury as a result of a fall and remains at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff. "Then, as a professional footballer - as a Bluebird - he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. He was with Mr Whittingham at the Park Pub in Barry. On Wednesday, South Wales Police had released a statement detailing an accident that had occurred in Barry after rumours of Whittingham's death on social media users began to circulate. There was a problem. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-1diosym{color:black;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-1diosym{color:#fff;}}Published14:44,03 March 2021 GMT@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-jirzs7{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated14:56,03 March 2021 GMT. I really cannot remember anything much of what happened.. Just shows how precious life is. Solskjaer added: "I thoroughly enjoyed working with him during my time at Cardiff City. Mr Taylor said he recalled people wanting to take photographs with Whittingham in the pub corridor, which led to steps taking guests to an external smoking area, but also said he had no memory of "play fighting" or Whittingham falling before he noticed him on the ground. A club statement read: "It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. Dr Christopher Hingston, an intensive care consultant at the hospital, said Whittingham had a Glasgow coma score of three the lowest possible score and meaning he was completely unresponsive during his admission. The ex-Bluebirds midfielder, who died last year aged 35 and. He died at University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, police said. Nuneaton-born Whittingham began his career at boyhood club Aston Villa and was part of the clubs 2002 FA Youth Cup-winning team. 2023 BBC. Whittingham suffered serious head injuries at a pub in Barry from what South Wales Police described as an. What was his cause of death? Some time after 9.30pm he was in an area near the toilets and adjacent to a fire door leading to a corridor and steps and outside smoking area. Another said: "What a tragedy. The ex-Aston Villa player had been in hospital for more than a week after suffering a head injury in a fall in a pub in. FourFourTwo is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. One added: "So sad to hear about Peter Whittingham! Peter Whittingham, 35, died on March 18 last year after falling down pub stairs Father has been watching rugby with his family and friends in Barry at the time South Wales central coroner. The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. Something went wrong, please try again later. Its a journalists duty to make sure the public understands the reasons why someone has died and to make sure their deaths are not kept secret. A statement by Ryan Taylor is now being read to the inquest. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. The hearing was told how Whittingham had been on an all-day drinking session while watching Wales vs. England in the Six Nations. There will be an inquest into the death of former Cardiff City footballer Peter Whittingham, the coroner's office has confirmed. I dont even remember much of the following day.. In her statement, made on July 1 last year, she said the couple met on a night out in Cardiff around 12 years ago. CARDIFF legend Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35 following an accidental fall in a pub. Peter Whittingham died on 17 March 2020 at the age of 35, according to Transfermarkt. An ex-Cardiff City player hit his head and died after falling down stairs at a pub in a pretend fight with friends, an inquest heard. They are at the forefront of our thoughts and, on their behalf, we ask for their privacy to be respected at this unfathomably cruel and difficult time. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. He said: "During a period of horseplay with a friend and a relative he appeared to have lost his balance, travelled through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and as he did so his head has come into contact with the steps. Whittingham's brother-in-law Robert Williams said the pair and friend Ryan Taylor had been drinking lager, bitter, and tequila during the afternoon and evening. A truly wonderful player, I was lucky to have spent my time on the grass with you and part of my life enjoying your dry humour. Since the news of Wittingham's death, fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the former midfielder. The model, 37, told how she and the former footballer, 41 . Peter Whittingham Death. Visit CNN.com/sport for more news, features, and videos. Peter Whittingham dead: Find out how the former Cardiff star died, Peter Whittingham started out at Aston Villa, Peter Whittingham tributes: Football world pays respects, Peter Whittingham dead: Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pays tribute, Peter Whittingham became a club legend at Cardiff City, Peter Whittingham dead: Former Cardiff and Aston Villa midfielder dead, Coronavirus in football: List of confirmed cases, Sports documentaries available on Amazon Prime amid coronavirus crisis. Ex-Cardiff City ace Peter Whittingham, 35, suffered a serious head injury after tumbling down stairs leading to a beer garden in Barry, South Wales in March last year. A medical cause of death was proposed as subdural hematoma operated. Coroner Graeme Hughes recorded a verdict of accidental death at the inquest at Pontypridd Coroner's Court. But, most importantly of all, an inquest report can draw attention to circumstances which may stop further deaths from happening. A statement by Mr Whittingham's brother-in-law Robert Williams is now being read to the inquest. A medical cause of death was proposed as subdural hematoma operated. Inquests can often prompt a wider discussion on serious issues, the most recent of these being mental health and suicide. Peter Whittingham pictured playing for Cardiff in October 2015. A Warner Bros. In a statement read to the hearing, Williams said: I would say that we were all drunk by the night. Mr Williams said: I cannot remember any of the specific events of the play fight that is captured in the CCTV footage. View our online Press Pack. Williams said he found Whittingham lying at the bottom of the steps beyond a fire door in the pubs corridor with his face to the side, and tried to lift him up only to find his body limp. CCTV footage showed him in a pub corridor engaging in "horseplay" before appearing to lose balance and walking through a fire door off camera, where he fell down eight steps and hit his head. She adds they married in 2015. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much But a police statement claimed that it appeared to have been an accident, with no confirmation over any arrests. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Peter Whittingham is critical in hospital, say police, Peter Whittingham is said to have suffered an accidental fall at a pub, Peter Whittingham's greatest goals for Cardiff City, Whittingham spent the best part of his career at Cardiff, The midfielder enjoyed a highly successful playing career, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. "During a period of horseplay with a friend and relative he appears to have lost his balance and gone through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and his head has come into contact with the steps.". This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him during my time at Cardiff City. Didnt know him personally but have the biggest respect for his footballing ability and that wand of a left foot which scored so many free kicks which I absolutely loved watching. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. He died. Get insight to top players, instructions & drills and extensive coverage of equipment. She was told he had sustained a bleed to the brain and needed an operation. The former England Under-21 international made 459 appearances and scored 98 goals for Cardiff before finishing his career at Blackburn in 2018. All Rights Reserved. Just shows how precious life is. I will forever be grateful for you taking me under your wing, he said on Instagram. Mr Davison said: "All of us were pretty drunk at that point.". He added there was some mucking about but it was good-natured. During a period of horseplay with a friend and relative he appears to have lost his balance and gone through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and his head has come into contact with the steps.. Medical evidence is now being heard at the inquest. As painful as these proceedings are for those who have lost a loved one the lessons that can be learned from inquests can go a long way to saving others lives. Their contributions help us create a clearer picture of the person who died and also provides the opportunity to pay tribute to their loved one. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. The ex-Bluebirds midfielder, who died last year aged 35 and. Police officer DC Steven Jenkins said he secured the CCTV footage which has been previously mentioned during the hearing. The former Aston Villa youth player's pal said he fell in the corridor leading to the beer garden. She said: "Rob was going out to watch the Wales v England game at the Park Hotel pub in Barry and trying to persuade Peter to go with him. You will be missed but never forgotten. It read: "At around 10pm on March 7, South Wales Police were called to a licensed premises in Barry. Thank you for reading 5 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access, Enjoy your first month for just 1 / $1 / 1, *Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription. THE midfielder was rushed to hospital after an incident on Saturday March 7. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Nobody did it better. We are heartbroken. The coroner recorded a conclusion of accidental death. Whittinghams brother-in-law Robert Williams said the pair and friend Ryan Taylor had been drinking lager, bitter and tequila during the afternoon and evening. Heres how it works. Former Premier League footballer Peter Whittingham has died at age 35 nearly two weeks after sustaining a head injury in an accidental fall at a pub, according to South Wales police. Mr Hughes explains that an inquest is a fact-finding inquiry and that a number of witness statements will be read at todays hearing. Thoughts go out to his family.". Whittingham, 35, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel pub in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, on 7 March 2020, and died in hospital 11 days later after failing to regain consciousness.