Ryan McBride wasn't a household name across Europe, but now his passing is being marked, much like those of footballers who have died in similarly inexplicable circumstances, writes David Shonfield

Hundreds of mourners lined the streets as Northern Irish football club captain Ryan McBride was carried home by his teammates.

LATEST: The Soccer Writers' Association of Ireland confirmed that McBride's funeral would take place at St Columba's Church in Derry on Thursday.

The captain of Derry City Football Club, Ryan McBride, has been found dead in his bedroom.