Sydney Swans CEO Andrew Ireland has made the following statement in regards to the sudden and tragic passing of Adelaide Football Club coach Phil Walsh:

The Sydney Swans join the football community in mourning the death of Phil Walsh.

The Club extends its deepest sympathies to Phil’s family and friends, and to all those associated with the Adelaide Football Club, during this difficult time.

We can only imagine the distress Phil’s family and friends must be feeling at this time and our thoughts are with them.

Phil had a lifelong involvement in football across many clubs and accordingly, had an impact on so many people involved in the game.