A 26-year-old Everton fan tragically passed away after collapsing during the second half of a Premier League match at Goodison Park on Saturday, where Everton secured a 1-0 win against Stoke City. The man became unwell shortly after 16:15 BST while seated in the Sir Philip Carter Park End Stand. Despite efforts from police officers, an off-duty doctor, and paramedics who performed CPR, he was taken to Aintree Hospital but sadly died shortly after.
Everton Football Club expressed their deep sadness in a statement, offering their thoughts and prayers to the fan’s family and friends. The club also confirmed they would continue providing support to the family during this difficult time. According to a report by *Liverpool Echo* journalist Greg O’Keeffe, fans in the stand stood and applauded as paramedics carried the man away on a stretcher, acknowledging their efforts to save him.
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