The family of Maddy Cusack has been left “heartbroken” as Sheffield United have refused to retire the No.8 shirt despite her tragic death. Cusack, just 27, took her own life on September 20, 2023, a loss that shook English football. Her mother, Deborah, marked the heartbreaking anniversary with a powerful message through the Maddy Cusack Foundation, thanking fans and friends for their support while demanding the Blades show the ultimate sign of respect.