Liverpool paid tribute to lifelong fan Phillip Dooley following his death in a traffic accident on Tuesday.
He was only 51.
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What happened to the fan?
The Premier League club confirmed the tragic incident involvin Dooley.
The lifelong Reds fan had traveled to Milan to attend their opening Champions League match against AC Milan.
Dooley was involved in an accident in Bergamo in the early hours of the morning.
The Premier League side snatched a 3-1 victory on road despite Christian Pulisic’ early goal.
Liverpool pays tribute to the lifelong fan
Liverpool sent their deepest condolences to Dooley’s family.
In addition, the club said that they will also “provide support to other fans impacted by this devastating incident.”
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of our supporter Philip Dooley, following a road traffic accident in Bergamo in the early hours of this morning.
“Philip was a lifelong Liverpool fan who had travelled to Italy to be at tonight’s Champions League game against AC Milan.
“Our staff in Milan are working with the local police and consulate, and continue to provide support to other fans impacted by this devastating incident.
“The thoughts and prayers of everyone connected to the club are with Philip’s family, friends and fellow supporters at this extremely difficult time.
“Rest in peace, Philip.”
