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Charlotte FC are set to hold a memorial service for Anton Walkes after the defender's tragic death at the age of 25 last week.
Walkes, who had spent the last three years of his career in America's MLS, passed away following a boating accident in Miami, Florida, last Wednesday.
The Tottenham academy graduate was discovered unconscious following a crash of two boats near Miami Marine Stadium around 3pm, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
He then received CPR from Miami Fire Rescue Wednesday before being transported to hospital, but died early Thursday.
Supporters held a vigil outside Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium on Thursday, laying floral tributes to Walkes after discovering the heartbreaking news, while Tottenham also wore black armbands in their former player's memory during a Premier League match against Manchester City.
Charlotte FC are set to hold a memorial for Anton Walkes after the defender's death at 25
Walkes, pictured with girlfriend Alexis (middle) and their daughter Ayla (right), was involved in a tragic boating accident in Florida
