Red Óg Murphy Cause Of Death: What Happened To Red Óg Murphy?

North Melbourne is in extreme shock, following the sudden passing of former Kangaroo Red Og Murphy in Ireland.

Reg Murphy, who died aged just 21, was on the Roos’ list in 2019 after being taken as a Category B rookie from his home club in county Sligo.

Reg Murphy played 12 VFL games and was yet to make his senior debut prior to his sudden demise.

North Melbourne players and officials will wear black armbands in honour of Murphy in the match against the Brisbane Lions later tonight.

What Happened To Red Óg Murphy?

Reg Murphy’s cause of death is yet to be revealed.

However, North Melbourne chief executive Ben Amarfio has sent his condolences to the Murphy family.

“On behalf of everyone at the club, I would like to pass on my deepest sympathies to the Murphy family at this difficult time,” Amarfio said in a statement.

“Our thoughts are with those closest to Red Og, his family and friends in his home in Ireland, and all those who played and worked alongside him and became friends with him during his time at North Melbourne.”