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Liverpool fans were left in a state of mourning after tragic news hit the club this Saturday. Days after his sensational debut for the Reds, twenty-year-old defender Conor Bradley‘s happiness has come crashing down. Bradley’s father, Joe Bradley, passed away earlier this morning. The player has already left for his home and will unlikely to be a part of the team against Arsenal this Sunday. Fans were quick to react to the news as they took to social media to offer their condolences to Bradley and his family.

The Irishman burst onto the scene on his second outing against Chelsea earlier this week. The young Liverpool star made history on his debut as he became the first Irish soccer player to find the back of the net for the Reds in the last 70 years. Bradley had a tremendous impact on the game, bagging one goal and two assists, helping his team run riot over Chelsea.

Fans offer condolences to Connor Bradley after father’s passing

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The Tyrone-born Liverpool full-back did not get even a week to enjoy his dream start for the Reds, as his father tragically passed days after his son’s memorable debut at Anfield. Liverpool supporters took to social media to offer their support to the player during this rough phase.

One fan took to the platform to add how hard it must have been for the player to lose someone so important just days after one of the biggest moments in his soccer career.

Another fan mentioned how life was cruel for the young Irishman as he went from one of his best memories to a nightmare within a span of days.

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One fan took to the platform to offer his condolences whilst stating Connor’s father must be proud of this son for scoring his first goal for Liverpool in front of the thousands of fans at Anfield.

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Another fan sent their best wishes to Connor and his family and hope that they get through the rough time in their lives.

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While Bradley has been firing on all cylinders following his debut against Bournemouth, the player is unlikely to feature for the team’s clash against Burnley. We hope that the young star weather through the tough time in his life and bounce back stronger the ever on the field.

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