Manchester, Oct 23 (AP) – The football community is in mourning following the tragic death of Manchester City fan Guy Bradshaw in Spain, just before the club's Champions League match against Villarreal. The club expressed its condolences on social media, stating it was "deeply saddened" by the loss. Manchester City shared, "Everyone at the Club sends their condolences to his family, friends, and fellow fans during this difficult time."
The cause of death remains unconfirmed. Reports from the Manchester Evening News indicate that Bradshaw, aged 35, had traveled to Benidorm ahead of Tuesday's game. He was discovered by a friend in the early hours at the apartment he was staying in. Authorities have informed Bradshaw's family that there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Tributes have poured in from fellow City supporters on social media, while a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist with costs related to the repatriation of Bradshaw's body. By Wednesday morning, more than £17,000 (USD 22,600) had been raised, including a generous anonymous donation of £8,500 (USD 11,300).
Eddie Williamson, organizer of the fundraising page, expressed, "We are heartbroken to share the devastating news that Guy Bradshaw, our much-loved Son, Brother, Dad, friend, and true Wythenshawe legend, sadly passed away suddenly whilst in Benidorm." The campaign calls for the community to unite, honoring Bradshaw by providing the heartfelt send-off he deserves and demonstrating how many lives he impacted.
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