Former Sheffield United footballer Steve Jagielka died after taking methadone and cocaine, an inquest heard on Tuesday. The 43-year-old was found dead at his home on March 15.Steve, a father of three and brother to ex-England star Phil Jagielka, made more than 170 appearances for Shrewsbury Town between 1997 and 2003. The former footballer had been working as a fitter in the Manchester area before his death.An inquest has ruled the death of Phil Jagielka’s brother Steve, was linked to drugs. Steve Jagielka once played for Shrewsbury and Acrrington Stanley #CapitalReports pic.twitter.com/F9i8gg7dmg— CapitalLivNews (@CapitalLivNews) September 14, 2021 Coroner who worked on the case heard there had been reports of potential cocaine use in the days leading up to his death, with samples showing high levels of methadone and “moderate” levels of cocaine. The medical cause of death is given as aspirational pneumonia due to methadone toxicity.Steve wasn’t quite as successful at football as his brother Phil. Although he did play for Sheffield United, his is best remembered at Shrewsbury Town and Accrington Stanley Football Club, the team that famously got promoted to the fourth tier while Steve was playing there. Saturday, 17.00: (2.50) Shrewsbury (3.10) Wimbledon (2.80)At the end of Tuesday’s hearing, Jagielka’s ex-wife, Jo Fallows paid tribute to the former footballer.”Steve had a lasting impact on many people’s lives. This is how we would like him to be remembered – a fun-loving and charming character. He will be missed by his three children, myself and all his family and friends. Rest in peace, Steve.”Happy Birthday Phil Jagielka! 🎂Any excuse to watch this again.pic.twitter.com/2ADIUPzGGD— Classic Football Shirts (@classicshirts) August 17, 2021 After his playing days were over, Jagielka had his own plumbing business.
