Ella Toone Returns After Dad's Death, Scores in FA Cup
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- Ella Toone appears in BBC documentary "24 Hours with Ella Toone" where she discusses coping with grief after her father's death.
- Nick Toone, her father, was diagnosed with prostate cancer after England's Euro 2022 final and died in September 2024, three days before his 60th birthday.
- Ella Toone returned to training and played for Manchester United three days after her father's death, citing his wish for her to keep playing.
- A calf injury in November 2024 forced Toone to take time off, during which she sought counseling and took a holiday in Dubai.
- Ella Toone scored in Manchester United's 7-0 FA Cup victory over West Brom in January 2025 after her recovery.
Why it matters: Women's football gains a high‑profile example of mental‑health advocacy as Toone’s open discussion of grief encourages clubs to prioritize player wellbeing, while her on‑field success underscores the sport’s growing visibility.
