02/05/2017

Tributes Paid After Former Glenavon Footballer Found Dead

Tributes have been paid after former Glenavon footballer Tony Scappaticci was found dead at his home, aged 48.

Originally from Banbridge he also played at Newry City and Bangor FC.

Taking to Twitter Genavon FC wrote: "It's with great sadness that the club has learned of the passing of former player Tony 'Scappi' Scappaticci.

"Thoughts and prayers with all the Scappaticci family at this sad time. Be just and fear not."

Pic: Pacemaker

(CD)




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