Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock drowned while swimming in the pool at his home in Athens, his family said in a statement. The England-born Greece international’s death was confirmed on Wednesday night at the age of 31.

George Baldock’s fiancee paid tribute to “the perfect dad” after the footballer was found dead in a swimming pool in Greece.

It was an emotional night for Greece at Wembley Stadium on Thursday as the country’s football team paid tribute to teammate George Baldock, who was recently found dead in a swimming pool at his home in Athens.

Greek police earlier confirmed there was no evidence that criminal activity caused the death of the 31-year-old.

Following the death of footballer George Baldock, flowers and tributes have been laid for the former Sheffield United player at Bramall Lane. Known by fans as "Starman", the defender helped the Blades to two promotions to the Premier League.

George Baldock's fiance has paid tribute to the footballer and promised to 'find a way' for their son Brody following his tragic death. The 31-year-old passed away on Wednesday, with tributes from the footballing world pouring in.