A Young Rangers Fan Dies in Lisbon After Europa League Clash and Club Pays Tribute

Oyebade Oluwafemi
08 Mar 2024
18:22

A young supporter of Rangers unfortunately passed away in Lisbon after the Europa League match against Benfica. Thomas McAllister, who was a big fan of the Ibrox football team, died on Thursday while on a group trip to support them. Many people have paid tribute to him.

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The 25-year-old was in good spirits, sharing pictures on social media of him and his close friends in the city before his team's 2-2 draw. However, tragedy hit the Portuguese capital and his loved ones back home in Scotland as they were informed of the heartbreaking news of his sudden death during the trip.

The cause of his death is currently unknown, but his friends, family, and beloved club have already taken to social media to pay their respects to Thomas.

The club said in a statement:
It is with profound sadness Rangers FC has been made aware supporter Thomas McAllister has passed away in Lisbon following last night’s UEFA Europa League tie with Benfica. The immediate thoughts of everyone at the club are with Thomas’ family and friends, and we will remain in constant contact with both the Portuguese and British authorities over this tragic incident.

The young father, who was from Drumchapel, was commonly known as "Tam" by his friends.

Abbi Sinclair said,
Heartbreaking cannot believe it. RIP Tam, you'll be so missed by everyone.
Andy McInnes said,
Rest in peace Tam. Another Drum boy taken too soon.
Chris Forbes said,
RIP Thomas McAllister. Such horrible news
Nicole Fullerton spoke about her heartbreak.
You've left us all heartbroken Thomas McAllister still can’t come to terms with this news. Watching you grow from that tiny beautiful blonde haired boy to such an amazing daddy to your beautiful kids you made us all proud Tommy tuck.

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