Grant Wahl

'Complete shock': US journalist dies at World Cup as brother alleges foul play after protest.

And we thank Grant for his tremendous dedication to and impact on out game in the United States. Celine Grounder, and all of his family members, friends and colleagues in the media. “As important, Grant’s belief in the power of the game to advance human rights was, and will remain, an inspiration to all. His writing and the stories he told will live on.” “Fans of soccer and journalism of the highest quality knew we could always count on Grant to deliver insightful and entertaining stories about our game, and its major protagonists: Teams, players, coaches, and the many personalities that make soccer unlike any sport. “He collapsed at the stadium, was given CPR, was taken by Uber to hospital and died according to Celine (Grant’s wife). “The entire U.S. Soccer said in a statement. He was rushed to hospital but passed away, two days after his 48th birthday. But Wahl’s work extended well beyond the football world. I live in Seattle, Washington. The veteran reporter was covering Argentina’s chaotic quarter-final win over the Netherlands when he collapsed.

Eric Wahl suspects foul play was involved in his brother's death in Qatar.

We just spoke with the state department and Celine has spoken to Ron Klain and the White House,” he wrote. He collapsed at the stadium, was given CPR, was taken by Uber to hospital and died according to Celine. “I went into the medical clinic at the main media center today, and they said I probably have bronchitis. Wahl was covering his eighth World Cup. They gave me a course of antibiotics and some heavy-duty cough syrup, and I’m already feeling a bit better just a few hours later. Wahl said another guard told him “you have to change your shirt - it’s not allowed” and another stood over him and yelled that he had to remove the shirt. I do not believe my brother just died. I’m gay,” he said in a video posted to his Instagram account. “My brother was healthy. And I just beg for any help.” I live in Seattle, Washington. I am Grant Wahl’s brother.

Grant Wahl, a prominent U.S. soccer writer, died early Saturday while covering the World Cup match between Argentina and the Netherlands.

He spent a lot of time in my hometown of Akron," James said in Philadelphia after the Los Angeles Lakers lost in overtime to the 76ers. "His love for football was immense and his reporting will be missed by all who follow the global game." Among Wahl's work at Sports Illustrated was the famous "The Chosen One" cover story about LeBron James in 2002, when James was a junior at St. He will always be part of the SI family." "He received immediate emergency medical treatment on site, which continued as he was transferred by ambulance to Hamad General Hospital," the World Cup organizing committee said in a statement, which did not list a cause of death. "He was always pretty cool to be around. Soccer also [released a statement](https://twitter.com/ussoccer/status/1601401947692863489) Friday night, saying they were "heartbroken" to learn of Wahl's death. "Any time his name would come up, I'll always think back to me as a teenager having Grant in our building down at St. [@USMNT], we offer our deepest sympathy to [@celinegounder]& all those who mourn the loss of Grant Wahl. A 1996 graduate of Princeton, Wahl worked for Sports Illustrated from 1996 to 2021, known primarily for his coverage of soccer and college basketball. [tweeted Friday night](https://twitter.com/celinegounder/status/1601404727014879232?s=20&t=BTVwdfzmYm5gpMIaLlliww) that she was in "complete shock" and thanked everyone for their support of her husband. Emergency services workers responded very quickly, the reporters said, and they were later told that Wahl had died.

Grant Wahl, a prominent U.S. soccer writer, died early Saturday while covering the World Cup match between Argentina and the Netherlands.

He spent a lot of time in my hometown of Akron," James said in Philadelphia after the Los Angeles Lakers lost in overtime to the 76ers. "His love for football was immense and his reporting will be missed by all who follow the global game." Among Wahl's work at Sports Illustrated was the famous "The Chosen One" cover story about LeBron James in 2002, when James was a junior at St. He will always be part of the SI family." "He received immediate emergency medical treatment on site, which continued as he was transferred by ambulance to Hamad General Hospital," the World Cup organizing committee said in a statement, which did not list a cause of death. "He was always pretty cool to be around. Soccer also [released a statement](https://twitter.com/ussoccer/status/1601401947692863489) Friday night, saying they were "heartbroken" to learn of Wahl's death. "Any time his name would come up, I'll always think back to me as a teenager having Grant in our building down at St. [@USMNT], we offer our deepest sympathy to [@celinegounder]& all those who mourn the loss of Grant Wahl. A 1996 graduate of Princeton, Wahl worked for Sports Illustrated from 1996 to 2021, known primarily for his coverage of soccer and college basketball. [tweeted Friday night](https://twitter.com/celinegounder/status/1601404727014879232?s=20&t=BTVwdfzmYm5gpMIaLlliww) that she was in "complete shock" and thanked everyone for their support of her husband. Emergency services workers responded very quickly, the reporters said, and they were later told that Wahl had died.

Journalist Grant Wahl has died while covering the World Cup in Qatar, after collapsing during the quarter-final match between Argentina and the Netherlands.

"He was a true advocate for both the men's and women's games and really just cared deeply about the sport. "This is so devastating," twice World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe said on Twitter. He was empathetic and just truly a brilliant writer." In Qatar, same-sex relations are illegal. "He fell ill in the Lusail Stadium media tribune, during last night's quarter-final match between Argentina v Netherlands. "We are in touch with the US Embassy and relevant local authorities to ensure the process of repatriating the body is in accordance with the family's wishes."

US Soccer praised Wahl's passion and "belief in the power of the game to advance human rights," and shared its condolences with Wahl's wife, Celine Gounder, and ...

I'm gay," he said in a video he posted. I do not believe my brother just died. Wahl told co-host Chris Wittyngham in the episode. I'm in complete shock." And I just beg for any help." "This isn't my first rodeo. I live in Seattle, Washington. "I'm the reason he wore the rainbow shirt to the World Cup. Feeling pretty hairy, bad." "We are shocked, saddened and heartbroken over the tragic passing of Grant Wahl," said Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber, adding that Wahl was "a kind and caring person." He further described the incident in a recent newsletter published on December 5, writing that his body had "broke down" after he had little sleep, high stress and a heavy workload. US Soccer praised Wahl's passion and "belief in the power of the game to advance human rights," and shared its condolences with Wahl's wife, Celine Gounder, and his loved ones.

Journalist Grant Wahl has died while covering the World Cup in Qatar, after collapsing during the quarter-final match between Argentina and the Netherlands.

"He was a true advocate for both the men's and women's games and really just cared deeply about the sport. "This is so devastating," twice World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe said on Twitter. He was empathetic and just truly a brilliant writer." In Qatar, same-sex relations are illegal. "He fell ill in the Lusail Stadium media tribune, during last night's quarter-final match between Argentina v Netherlands. "We are in touch with the US Embassy and relevant local authorities to ensure the process of repatriating the body is in accordance with the family's wishes."

LUSAIL, Qatar — (AP) — Grant Wahl, an American journalist who helped grow the popularity of soccer in the U.S. and reported on some of the biggest stories ...

A prolific journalist, Wahl wrote for multiple outlets and was a CBS Sports contributor.

"Through his work, Grant shared his love of football with millions," the stadium's public address announcer said in a statement. He was a kind and caring person whose passion for soccer and dedication to journalism were immeasurable." He was an analyst on CBS Sports HQ throughout the Qatar World Cup, and wrote guest columns focused on the U.S. Ned Price, a spokesperson for the U.S. "He had just been recognized for his eighth World Cup. "The entire U.S. I basically cancelled everything on this Thursday that I had, and I napped, and I am doing slightly better. Paramedics were called to the scene, Scanlan said, but were unable to revive him. soccer family is heartbroken to learn that we have lost Grant Wahl," the U.S. You can probably tell by my voice that I am not doing 100% here." Wahl, 49, was in Qatar covering the Soccer Federation reported Friday.

American writer Grant Wahl was honoured with a tribute at the desk where he would have been watching the quarter-final match between France and England.

And as a friend, mostly as a friend, he was undyingly devoted and loyal. “The entire US Soccer family is heartbroken to learn that we have lost Grant Wahl,” US Soccer wrote in a statement. He previously was a contributor to Fox Sports’ soccer coverage. That was the question we kept asking each other, as the medics pumped and pumped to no avail,” Glancy wrote. He was reporting at his eighth World Cup. “Our thoughts remain with his wife Celine, his family, and his friends at this most difficult time.”

WC's touching tribute to US journo who died in Qatar as wife left in 'complete shock'

He wrote bravely and tirelessly about the potential of women’s football Wahl worked for Sports Illustrated for over two decades, including penning an iconic article on LeBron James in 2002 that sent the then-high-schooler into the national consciousness. … I’ve always kind of watched from a distance. Paramedics performed CPR on the scene to no avail. Wahl’s brother Eric has also alleged foul play was involved in the death. [passed away in Qatar while covering Argentina’s win over the Netherlands.](https://www.foxsports.com.au/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2022-grant-wahl-dead-cause-of-death-reaction-rainbow-flag-shirt-qatar-response-updates-brother/news-story/9270289bf8b80fd55bff803f62aee216)

Tributes pour in for Grant Wahl as FIFA honours the US sports journalist who died at the World Cup.

About 20 minutes before the match started, the photograph of Wahl was displayed on big screens in two corners of the stadium. A posy of white lilies and a framed photograph of Wahl taken in Qatar was left at the media seat that had been assigned to the 49-year-old writer who died in the early hours of Saturday. - A photograph of Wahl was displayed on big screens at a match on Saturday

James called the death of Wahl a "tragic loss."

"You had a huge impact on me and my family and I'm so appreciative of you," James said. You had a huge impact on me and my family and I’m so appreciative of you. A great person and journalist. "So, it's a tragic loss. Wahl's agent, Tim Scanlan, [told The New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/09/sports/soccer/grant-wahl-dead.html) that Wahl died at a hospital or on his way to one. He wrote one of his most famous stories in 2002 when he traveled to Akron, Ohio, to meet LeBron James, who was a junior basketball star at St.