Tribute paid after death of veteran supporter Alan Yates

We have received a message from Gareth Yates to sadly report the death of his dad Alan, one our longest and most loyal fans.

Gareth writes: "It is with great sadness that I have to announce that my dad Alan Yates passed away on Friday 30th October.

"Alan was a long time Runcorn F.C. supporter over many, many years who watched the Linnets at both Canal Street including the Wembley trips, and more recently at the APEC Taxis Linnets Stadium until recent ill health sadly prevented him from attending this season."

All at Runcorn Linnets are very sorry to have received the news of Alan's passing and we send our deepest sympathy and condolences to Gareth and other family members along with Alan's friends.

RIP, Alan.