Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a Scots football manager following his sudden death.
Friends and family have been left devastated by the shock passing of Kilwinning AFC boss Michael Howie.
Tributes have flooded in for Michael, who has been described as a "lovely big guy" who "had a positive effect on everyone he crossed paths with".
The Ayrshire team shared the tragic news on social media, posting a heartbreaking message to their fans.
And there have been calls from loved ones of the Celtic fan for a tribute at tonight's match.
Michael's sister said on social media: "I have one ask anyone who has tickets to the game on Thursday can they please during the mins applause make sure that you do it the loudest and hardest for my baby brother who sadly lost his life On Monday, he lived and breathed Celtic! Thank you so much if you can!"
Donations have been flooding in to a fundraiser set up for Michael's family in his memory, which has already reached over £4,000.
The post from Kilwinning AFC said: "It is with a heavy heart I am writing this post to inform everyone about the recent passing of our manager Michael Howie.
"Michael started the team back in 2019 and the team was his pride and joy, he was an amazing big guy and touched the hearts of so many not just in football but in the wider community.
"He’ll never know how much he meant to so many.
"We would just like to pass our condolences onto Michael’s family and loved ones."
A statement on the Go Fund Me page, which was launched by Darren Feeney, said: "Anyone that knew Michael knows he deserved the absolute world, and we want to make sure he gets the send off he deserves.
"This man had a positive effect on everyone he crossed paths with and nothing will express the love that everyone shared for him.
"The family have given us permission to set this up on their behalf, to raise funds to help cover the cost of Michael’s funeral.
"Any excess money will go to Michael’s family.
"Anything thereafter will be donated to ‘Back Onside’ a charity close to Michael’s heart.
"This donation will be made in Michael’s name.
"Any contributions made by anyone, big or small, will be massively appreciated."
Donations to the campaign can be made by clicking here.
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