Who Was Anton Walkes Girlfriend Before His Death?

Publish date: 2024-05-06

Alexis is Anton Walkes girlfriend, and they have a daughter named ‘Ayla.’ They had been together for a long time but weren’t married.

The MLS player Anton Walkes died at the age of 25 on Thursday, 19th Jan. 

Anton’s team, Charlotte FC, made a statement on Thursday in which the death was announced. “We are deeply saddened to share that Anton Walkes has tragically passed away this morning.”

Major League Soccer said on the tragic news of the player’s demise, “There are no words to describe the sorrow of everyone in Major League Soccer today after learning of the tragic passing of Anton Walkes of Charlotte FC.”

There are no words to describe the sorrow of everyone in Major League Soccer today after learning of the tragic passing of Anton Walkes of Charlotte FC. Anton was a talented and dedicated player who was loved by his teammates and fans. pic.twitter.com/9S7hT3fMiM

— Major League Soccer (@MLS) January 19, 2023

Tottenham Hotspur also spoke up on Anton Walkes’ death and mourned the tragic loss. The team also wore black emeralds in their match against Manchester City on Friday, 20th Jan, to pay their respect.

The MLS star was seen boating one day prior to his death. According to multiple reports, Anton was caught in a boat accident, after which he was found unconscious.

Florida fish and wildlife commission confirmed that Anton was struck in a two-vessel crash in Miami Marine stadium.

The rescuers tried to give CPR to the athlete before sending him to the nearest emergency center. The FWC department confirmed that Anton was transported to the hospital, where he died because of multiple injuries on his body. 

They also expressed their condolences on Anton’s death and said that their thoughts were with the athlete’s friends, fans, and family.

David Tepper, the Charlotte FC owner, said in a statement that Anton Walkes’ death deeply saddens the whole team. They are devastated by the tragic death.

Who is Anton Walkes?

Anton Walkes is an England native who began his career in soccer with the Premier League team Tottenham Hotspur in 2013. Later, Anton was given to Major League Soccer team Atlanta United for one year on loan.

He had a good run with the team and made around 14 appearances in which he performed as a key midfielder in the crucial games.

In 2018, EFL league one team Portsmouth bought Anton on loan; later, the midfielder signed a two-year deal with the same club.

In 2021, Charlotte FC signed Anton in the MLS expansion draft, and the midfielder debuted in 2022 during the inaugural season for Charlotte FC.

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