George Baldock Honored by Chelsea and Panathinaikos Fans

George Baldock, a former Sheffield United defender who recently joined Panathinaikos, tragically passed away at age 31 on October 9 after drowning in his swimming pool near Athens. In a moving tribute during their first home game following his death, both Panathinaikos and Chelsea fans honored Baldock by displaying his squad number, 32, and playing David Bowie's 'Starman' at the match. Chelsea also produced a special shirt featuring Baldock's name, while his former teammates held up a shirt with his name during a minute of silence before their match against Ireland. The Greek national team paid tribute during their victory against England shortly after his passing, showing solidarity in remembering Baldock's contributions to football. The community in Glyfada, where he lived, continues to mourn his loss, highlighting the impact he had in his brief time with the club. This outpouring of tributes from fans and fellow players illustrates the deep respect and affection held for Baldock.