Hendon prepares to play following death of midfielder Ezekiel Williams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 10:10 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Non-league Hendon FC is set to return to the field on Saturday, November 12, after the tragic death of midfielder Ezekiel Williams on November 2 from head injuries. The club has not played since his passing as players and staff have been mourning the loss of the 26-year-old, who joined the team in September. Hendon chairman Cyrus Cooper expressed the emotional challenges ahead for both players and staff as they adapt to the absence of a beloved teammate. Counseling support has been offered to the grieving players, who are coping with the sudden loss.
- •Ezekiel Williams died in hospital on November 2 following an incident.
- •Two men have been charged with murder related to the incident.
- •Hendon last played on October 29 against Egham Town, where Williams featured.
- •The team will face Bedfont Sports on November 12, marking their comeback.
- •Players have been offered counseling to cope with their grief.
- 10:10 AMYahoo Sports — The club preparing to play again after the death of a player
"Non-league Hendon are preparing to return to action for the first time since midfielder Ezekiel Williams died earlier this month.
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