Tributes paid to man who died while watching football match

Tributes paid to man who died while watching football match

Representatives of both football and shinty pay tribute to a man who died while watching a football match on Saturday afternoon.

Peter Gow, 65, passed away after falling ill whilst in attendance at the Highland League match between Nairn County and Brechin City at Station Park.

Police Scotland confirmed that Mr Gow died at the scene, stating:

Around 4.10pm on Saturday, we were called to Balblair Road in Nairn following a medical emergency. A 65-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. There do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Nairn County chairman Kevin Reid paid tribute to Mr Gow for the support he gave the club throughout his life.

Author's summary: Man dies at football match in Scotland.

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