SNS GroupA football fan died following Wednesday night’s Ayrshire Derby between Kilmarnock and Ayr United.
Kilmarnock Football Club said the supporter suffered a cardiac arrest and received treatment on Rugby Road following the match.
Medics treated him at the scene before he was taken to Crosshouse Hospital where he then passed away.
Both teams issued statements offering their condolences to the fan’s family, friends and loved ones.
A statement issued by Kilmarnock read: “It is with immense sadness that we inform fans of the passing of a Kilmarnock supporter following last night’s Ayrshire Derby.
“The fan suffered a cardiac arrest and received treatment on Rugby Road following last night’s game. After being treated by medics at the scene, the supporter was transferred to Crosshouse Hospital where he sadly passed away.
“Our condolences and the thoughts of everyone at Kilmarnock Football Club go out to his family, friends and loved ones.”
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