Crusaders express condolences to family of fan who died during match

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Irish League football club Crusaders have expressed their condolences to the family of a fan who died at their match yesterday.

Lifelong supporter Billy Whiteside collapsed during a cup tie in Scotland. 

The Crues say despite the best efforts of medical and ambulance staff at the scene Mr. Whiteside could not be resuscitated.

He was the father of club treasurer Tommy Whiteside and Crusaders say his passing will be marked at their next home game.

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