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Bolton Wanderers have paid tribute to a lifelong fan who died after collapsing at their match yesterday. Iain Purslow, 71, who was from Oldham, fell ill during their League 1 match against Cheltenham Town at Toughsheet Community Stadium on Saturday (January 13).
The game was halted and then abandoned after Mr Purslow, who was at the game supporting the Whites with his son Stuart, suffered a suspected cardiac arrest in the stands.
He was taken to hospital however the club today shared the sad news that he passed away. In a statement issued this afternoon (Sunday) BWFC said: "Bolton Wanderers are deeply saddened to confirm that the supporter taken ill at yesterday afternoon’s home fixture against Cheltenham Town has passed away.
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"Lifelong fan Iain Purslow suffered a suspected cardiac arrest during the first half of the game. The 71-year-old was given sustained CPR treatment by medical staff and paramedics at the stadium before being taken to hospital where he tragically died.
"Iain, who lives in Oldham, was at the game supporting the Whites with his son Stuart.
"Club Chaplain Phil Mason remained with family members later in the day and the Club will continue to offer the family all the support and care they can – as well as looking to offer support to anyone else impacted by this distressing incident.
"The thoughts of everyone connected to Bolton Wanderers are with Iain’s family and loved ones at this incredibly sad time. Iain will be remembered at Wanderers’ FA Cup third-round replay at home to Luton Town on Tuesday night."
The players were taken off the field after Mr Purslow fell ill around half an hour into the game which kicked
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