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Anton Walkes Charlotte FC To Host Memorial ... After Fatal Boat Accident

Charlotte FC will honor its beloved soccer player Anton Walkes this week -- with a celebration of life memorial service at the Bank of America Stadium.

The Major League Soccer team released the details on the event ... days after the defender and midfielder tragically died following a boat accident in Miami.

The ceremony will be held on Tuesday at CFC's home facility, which holds over 70,000 seats.

"Anton was an incredible father, friend, and teammate, who shared his joy for football and life with all those around him," the team said in a statement.