Major League Soccer is mourning the passing of Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Holden Trent, who passed away on Saturday afternoon.

He was 25 years old.

Philadelphia Union issued the following club statement:

“The Philadelphia Union is devastated by the heartbreaking passing of Holden Trent. While he was a wonderful player and fierce competitor, he was more importantly a devoted son, brother, fiancé, and teammate who made those around him better. He embodied the true meaning of determination, dedication and perseverance, and he will be deeply missed. We extend our greatest sympathies to his family, his fiancé, and his friends.”

MLS Commissioner Don Garber issued the following statement:

“Major League Soccer joins the Philadelphia Union and our entire soccer community in mourning the tragic passing of Union goalkeeper Holden Trent.


“A young goalkeeper with a bright future, Trent showcased determination and professionalism every day as he contributed to the close-knit goalkeeping unit at Philadelphia.

“We extend our deepest condolences to his fiancée, his family and friends, his teammates and the entire Philadelphia Union community. MLS is coordinating with the club to provide players and family members with the resources and support they need during this tragic time.”

Trent played two seasons with Philadelphia after he was selected No. 28 overall (first round) in the 2023 MLS SuperDraft out of High Point University. He played six games for MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Philadelphia Union II.

On Saturday, the soccer community mourned Holden Trent:

We are deeply saddened to share that Holden Trent has passed away at 25 years old.

May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/97MItTiK7z

— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) October 26, 2024

The MLSPA and the entire player community are devastated by the tragic loss of Holden Trent. Holden will be remembered as a dedicated competitor and teammate, but most of all as a beloved son, brother, fiancé and friend. Our hearts are with his family and all who knew and loved… pic.twitter.com/ccNDeICeEY

— MLSPA (@MLSPA) October 26, 2024

Absolutely heartbreaking. 💔
Fly high Holden and rest easy.
You’ll be missed. 😢
R.I.P. 🙏 🕊️ https://t.co/FvqnodoWNn

— Alejandro Bedoya (@AleBedoya17) October 26, 2024

— Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) October 27, 2024

For Holden 💙 pic.twitter.com/9pGTlsGxz2

— Philadelphia Union II (@PhilaUnionII) October 26, 2024

Sons of Ben are heartbroken by the loss of Union’s beloved goalkeeper Holden Trent.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Trent family and friends at this difficult time.

Rest in Peace Holden 🙏 pic.twitter.com/pavkRBMK5L

— Sons of Ben (@SonsofBen) October 26, 2024

Our thoughts are with Holden & his family 💜 pic.twitter.com/Ij96gb9wYN

— High Point University Soccer (@HPUMSOCCER) October 26, 2024

Our hearts are with the family of Holden Trent and @PhilaUnion community after the news of this tragic loss. 🖤💙 https://t.co/5VvqNgAzfD

— San Jose Earthquakes (@SJEarthquakes) October 26, 2024

Our thoughts are with Holden’s loved ones and the Philadelphia Union community. 🧡💙

— FC Cincinnati (@fccincinnati) October 26, 2024

Sending our love 💚

— Portland Timbers (@TimbersFC) October 26, 2024

Our thoughts are with Holden’s family, friends & the entire Philadelphia Union family 💙

— Sporting Kansas City (@SportingKC) October 26, 2024

Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Philadelphia Union family and all who knew Holden. 💙❤️

— New England Revolution (@NERevolution) October 26, 2024

Sending our thoughts to you and Holden’s family.

— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) October 26, 2024

Sending all of our thoughts and condolences towards you all, as well as to all of Holden’s friends and family 💙

— Charlotte FC (@CharlotteFC) October 26, 2024

We join the Philadelphia Union and the greater MLS community in mourning the tragic passing of Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Holden Trent https://t.co/IFU1REV63y

— Real Salt Lake (@realsaltlake) October 26, 2024

The Philadelphia Eagles send our deepest condolences to Holden’s family, friends, and teammates. https://t.co/amEy38DHRi

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) October 26, 2024

The Phillies extend our deepest condolences to Holden’s family, teammates and all who have been impacted by his untimely passing. https://t.co/GEcYXbU9Ge

— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) October 26, 2024

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