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Katie Sands

Former Swansea City footballer Mark Davies dies aged 49 after collapsing during match

An "absolute gentleman" and "real football man" has died aged 49 after collapsing while playing the sport he loved.

Mark Davies had turned out for Llanelli Town AFC's Veterans side in the over-45s Cup Final against Penybont FC in Cardiff on Sunday, May 15, but collapsed during the game. Emergency services were called and he received medical attention but was declared dead at the scene.

Tributes have poured in for the popular player and former Swansea City defender, who had the pleasure of marking George Weah - who was crowned the world's best player by FIFA in 1995 - when the Swans faced AS Monaco in the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1991. A fund has also been set up for his family - which you can donate to here.

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