Watford fan dies after collapsing in the away end at the Hawthorns following the match with West Brom
Ray Batchelor was a 83 year old lifelong supporter of Watford and was in the 2,750 away crowd when he tragically collapsed
TRIBUTES have flooded in for the 83 year old Ray Batchelor who died after he collapsed watching his beloved Watford at the Hawthorns.
Police tried to revive Batchelor before he was rushed to hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The lifelong Watford fan had complained of feeling unwell as reported by before the incident took place.
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Former club announcer Richard Short wrote on Facebook: “Tonight I write with a heavy heart as we hear the terribly sad news that Ray Batchelor passed away today after watching Watford this afternoon.”
“The Watford family are thinking of you all and will be in our prayers – RIP Ray.”
More supporters paid tribute to the 83 year old on Twitter:
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Watford supporters are set to give Batchelor a standing ovation in the 83rd minute in the clubs next home match against Everton Saturday lunch time.