George Baldock, Panathinaikos Player, Dies at 31

George Baldock, a 31-year-old English-born Greek international footballer, was found dead in his swimming pool in Glyfada, Athens, on October 9, 2024, just days before his son's first birthday. Initial investigations suggest he drowned, with no signs of foul play. Following his tragic death, Panathinaikos, the club he recently joined, has pledged to honor the full three-year contract remaining on his deal, ensuring financial support for his grieving family, which includes his fiancée and one-year-old son. Additionally, the club plans to hold a benefit match next year to further assist Baldock's family. His passing has resonated throughout the football community, notably marked by the Greek national team's victory over England shortly after his death, during which they paid tribute by lifting Baldock's jersey. The family has requested privacy as they cope with their loss.