WYCOMBE have announced the fan who was rushed to hospital via helicopter last night has tragically died.
Wanderers’ clash against Blackpool last night was delayed after an air ambulance landed on the pitch.
Mark Bird, left, who tragically died of a heart attack, with son LukeCredit: Wycombe Wanderers
An air ambulance arrived at Adams Park and rushed Mark to hospitalCredit: Getty Images – Getty
And the club confirmed this morning that fan Mark Bird had passed away after suffering a heart attack.
A club statement read: “Wycombe Wanderers are devastated to report that Mark Bird – a loyal supporter, father and grandfather, passed away on Tuesday evening after suffering a heart attack at Adams Park ahead of the fixture against Blackpool.
“Mark, 62, was taken ill in the Woodlands Lounge and treated on the scene before being taken by ambulance to Wexham Park Hospital, but could not be resuscitated and died later that evening.”
Manager Gareth Ainsworth and chairman Trevor Stroud issued the following statement: “Our thoughts are with Mark’s family at this very difficult time and we offer the full support of Wycombe Wanderers in any way that we are able to comfort and support them.
‘DEVASTATED’
“We were saddened to hear before the match that a supporter had been taken ill and made the difficult decision to proceed with the game against Blackpool.
“On hearing the news, we dedicate our victory to Mark Bird and send our most sincere condolences to all who knew him.
“We would also like to commend the very best efforts of the medical staff and stewards on the scene, including the Thames Valley Air Ambulance, as well as the match officials and representatives of Blackpool for their compassionate handling of the situation.”
Both squads were warming up on the pitch ahead of the 7.45pm kick-off.
But the copter circled above at around 7.25pm and the call was given for players to leave the pitch immediately.
The game eventually got underway at 8.50pm with Wanderers winning 2-1.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
