Former Ireland international Liam Miller passes away aged 36

The former Ireland international Liam Miller has died from pancreatic cancer aged 36.

The former Republic of Ireland midfielder who also played for Manchester United, Celtic, and Cork City, had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in November 2017.

Miller began his career at Celtic and later joined Manchester United in 2004.

He played a total of 21 times for Ireland.

Tributes have been paid on Twitter tonight.

Not only a talented footballer but, more importantly, it sounds like Liam Miller was a great man. Thoughts with his loved ones at this awful time. Taken far too soon

— Simon Peach (@SimonPeach) February 10, 2018

RIP Liam Miller. Some very sad news tonight folks 😔.

— Babble (@the_babble_pod) February 10, 2018

Absolutely dreadful news of the passing of Liam Miller at only 36 years of age. Really puts life into perspective - Truly heartbreaking

Thoughts go out to his family and friends

Rest easy Liam

YNWA

— Fin Ruane 🍀 (@finsnookercoach) February 10, 2018

RIP Liam Miller 💔💔 #Celtic #mufc

— Graham (@Gdr0999) February 10, 2018

Everyone at UCD are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Liam Miller tonight. Our thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family at this difficult time. May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/cqmSwi1tqZ

— UCD FC (@UCDAFC) February 10, 2018

- Digital Desk