Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Holden Trent dies at 25

CHESTER, Pa. — Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Holden Trent died Saturday at the age of 25, the Major League Soccer club announced.

The club said it would not release further details out of respect for Trent’s friends and family.

“The Philadelphia Union is devastated by the heartbreaking death of Holden Trent,” the club said in a statement. “Although he was a great player and a fierce competitor, more importantly he was a devoted son, brother, fiancée and teammate who made those around him better.

“He embodied the true meaning of determination, dedication and perseverance and will be greatly missed. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, fiancee and friends.”

MLS said in a statement to He contributed to the close-knit goaltending unit in Philadelphia.

“We extend our deepest condolences to his fiancee, his family and friends, his teammates, and the entire Philadelphia Union community. MLS is coordinating with the club to provide the players and their family members with the resources and support they need during this tragic time.”

A native of Greensboro, North Carolina, Trent was selected 28th overall by the Association in the 2023 MLS SuperDraft out of High Point University.

Although he is yet to make his first team debut, Trent has made six appearances for the Association’s second team in MLS Next Pro.