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Collection for Ben Obiora

The tremendous result for FC United on the pitch in the play off semi final at Chorley was matched by supporters who donated £947.12 in memory of 16 year old FC United supporter Ben Obiora who tragically died last weekend whilst playing football.

Ben’s mum was overwhelmed with the response and was lost for words when we spoke with her this evening. We believe that the final figure could yet be beyond £1,000 as have heard of more money that is being collected to add to the total too.

A decision on which charity will receive the donations will be made by the family later this week once the results of the post mortem are known, a further announcement will be made at that time.

Once again many thanks to all those who gave so generously. Anyone wishing to add their own donation can send payment to the FC office payable to FC United and we will add it to the funds already received.


First Posted ~ 23:26 Sat 28 Apr 2012
News ID ~ 4215
Last Updated ~ 01:52 Tue 16 Feb 2021