Alan Ball RIP

As a supporter of Blackpool FC, the premature death of Alan Ball yesterday comes as a shock. Blackpool was his first club and he went on to make 116 league appearances for the team.

Alan Ball graced the Seasiders midfield in the 1960s and he was the youngest member of the England side that lifted the World Cup in 1966. He later had a season as Blackpool manager.

With Blackpool qualifying for this season's Division 1 Play-offs, the atmosphere around the Club for the past couple of weeks has been fantastic. Let's hope the Seasiders win promotion in Alan's memory. A truly great and gifted player.