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Michelle Cullen

Club pays emotional tribute to 'talented' young footballer, 18, after tragic death

A football club has paid an emotional tribute to a "talented" young player following his tragic death.

Fin Bowen sadly passed away on Tuesday, leaving his local community devastated.

In a statement on social media, his club Mickleover FC shared the tragic news.

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They said: "Yesterday morning, November 8th, Mickleover FC tragically lost one of our own, goalkeeper Fin Bowen.

"At 18 years old, Fin was an integral part of the clubs academy under the guidance of John McGrath, Pablo Mills & Andrew Dales and made his competitive first team debut away at Leiston in August after impressing in pre-season.

"Everyone at the club is devastated to hear of Fin's passing and will go to every effort to ensure he is never forgotten at the Don Amott Arena.

"Rest in Peace, Fin".

People flooded to the comment section to offer their sympathies to Fin's family.

They said: "Devastating news. Everybody at Alfreton Town would like to pass on their best wishes to Fin's family and friends at this difficult time."

Another said: "So sorry to hear this news, thoughts are with everyone at this sad time."

"Heart-breaking news From all at Bedford Town Football Club, please accept our condolences at this difficult time", commented a third.

While a fourth wrote: "sad news, RIP, condolences to his family and friends and all at Mickleover FC at this time, in our thoughts and prayers".

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