Liverpool fan dies tragically after Aston Villa game

A Liverpool fan has tragically died after an incident on his way home following the side’s victory over Aston Villa on Saturday night.

Neil Bradley, 59, of Oldham, had been to Anfield to watch the Reds win 2-0. He was driving home after the game when his car crashed at around 10:15pm in the Lister Drive area of the city.

The Oldham Times report that Neil was originally from Liverpool but was living in Oldham. He was taken to hospital following the incident but tragically passed away.

It is reported that no other vehicles were involved in the crash.

In a beautiful tribute to his memory, his family said, “Neil had an insatiable thirst for life and often enjoyed running, trainspotting, listening to rock music and supporting his boyhood club Liverpool.

“He was a ray of sunshine and could light up any room with his jokes.

“A loving father, son, brother, husband and friend to many. He will be missed dearly.”

Investigation opened

Merseyside Police have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.

The lead investigating officer at the Matrix Serious Collision Investigation Unit, Detective Sergeant Andy Roper, said: “Our thoughts are with Neil’s family at this devastating time and our specialist family liaison officers are supporting them.

“We are continuing to investigate the collision and the events leading up to it.

"I urge anyone who witnessed or has information on this incident which will assist the investigation to please contact us.

“Neil had been to the Liverpool vs Aston Villa match at Anfield and we believe he had parked his 2015 red Ford Focus near to Newsham Park/Orphan Drive.

“At around 10.15pm, he was driving his car to return home when this incident happened on Lister Drive.

“I would like to appeal anyone who may recall seeing a red Ford Focus in the area at the time to please contact our officers.

“Also, we ask that anyone who was in the area and has dash camera fitted to their car to please review your footage or contact our team so that we can do so.

“Any piece of information, no matter how small or insignificant it may appear, could assist us in providing answers for Neil’s family.”

RIP Neil Bradley

No football fan should go out to watch their favourite team play and fail to return home.

The Liverpool fan community is an incredibly special group and we come together to mourn one of our own in tragic circumstances.

Our condolences go out to Neil Bradley’s family and loved ones.

Rest in peace.