Chichester City FC have announced the passing of much loved striker Billy Vigar.
It follows a serious incident in which the striker sustained a brain injury during last weekend’s game at Wingate and Finchley.
The 21-year-old had been in intensive care at a London hospital.
Chichester City FC announced the news on X "It is with great sadness that Chichester City Football Club has to confirm the passing of Billy Vigar. Below is a statement from his family. We request that his family's privacy is respected at this most difficult time."
A statement on X issued by the family through Chichester City Football Club said: "After sustaining a significant brain injury last Saturday, Billy Vigar was put in an induced coma. On Tuesday he needed an operation to aid any chances of recovery. Although this helped, the injury proved too much for him and he passed away on Thursday (25th) morning.
"The response to the original update show how much Billy was thought of and loved within the sport. His family are devastated that this has happened whilst he was playing a sport he loved."
On X other football clubs have been paying tribute to the much loved striker:
- Horsham FC said: "Shocking news, and desperately sad. The thoughts of everyone at Horsham FC are with Billy’s family and friends, and with everyone at Chichester City."
- Brighton and Hove Albion said: "The thoughts of everyone at Brighton & Hove Albion are with Billy’s family and friends, and everyone at Chichester City, at this heartbreaking time. Rest in peace, Billy."
- Worthing FC said: "Everyone at Worthing FC are devastated to learn of Billy's passing. Our thoughts are with Billy's family, friends and everyone connected to Chichester City FC."
- Portsmouth FC said: "We are so sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts are with Billy’s family, friends, and everyone at Chichester City at this heartbreaking time. Rest in peace, Billy."
All of us here at V2 Radio are saddened to hear of the death of Billy, especially at such a young age. Our thoughts are with his family and friends and Chichester City FC.
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