Blackpool fan dies after pub brawl following Burnley match

English second-tier membership Blackpool mentioned they had been “deeply shocked” after a supporter died following a brawl in a pub after Saturday’s sport with Burnley.

The supporter, named as 55-year-old Tony Johnson, was discovered with critical head accidents exterior a Blackpool seafront bar.

“Blackpool FC is deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the news that supporter, Tony Johnson, tragically lost his life earlier this morning,” a statement read on Monday.

Lancashire police mentioned a 33-year-old man from Burnley was arrested on the scene on suspicion of wounding and had since been bailed, pending additional enquiries, till June 1.

🧡 Our ideas are with the household and mates of Tony Johnson, a lifelong Blackpool supporter, who sadly handed away this morning.

Tonight, The Blackpool Tower will mild up tangerine to point out our help to the BFC neighborhood and everybody affected by the devastating information. pic.twitter.com/CPvmM84JSk

— Blackpool Council (@BpoolCouncil) March 6, 2023

“Sadly Mr Johnson died in hospital overnight and his family are, understandably, devastated. We are supporting them at this difficult time and are determined to get them answers about what happened,” DCI Tracey McMurdo of Lancashire Police mentioned.

Following the information, it was introduced that the Blackpool Tower was lit up in reminiscence of Johnson.

“Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Tony Johnson, a lifelong Blackpool supporter, who sadly passed away this morning,” Blackpool Council said in a tweet.

“Tonight, The Blackpool Tower will light up tangerine to show our support to the BFC community and everyone affected by the devastating news.”