Tributes have been paid to a former Scottish footballer and 'amazing dad' who died in a car crash in Glasgow.
Gavin Stokes was pronounced dead at the scene after his car lost control and left the road on Thornwood roundabout at Dumbarton Road around 1.10am on Saturday morning.
In his youth, 30-year-old had played for teams including Maryhill Juniors, the Scotland national team at youth level and Alloa Athletic during his career and was known for scoring one of the world’s fastest-ever recorded goals in 2.1 seconds.
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Gavin went on to qualify as an electrician and was 'very passionate' about his career, his family said.
His family paid tribute to him as a beloved son, amazing dad, brother, uncle, and friend. They described him as the 'life and soul of the party' and a devoted dad to son Freddie and partner to Lauren.
Dundee United led tributes from his former clubs on social media following the news of his death.
Posting on Twitter, the Premiership club wrote: "Everyone at Dundee United is devastated to learn of the passing of Gavin Stokes, our former youth player and ex-Scotland U17 cap.
"Our thoughts are with Gavin's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time."
Kilbirnie Ladeside shared: "Kilbirnie Ladeside FC are devastated to hear of the passing of our former player Gavin Stokes in such tragic circumstances, we send our heartfelt condolences to his family & friends at this very sad time."
Caledonian Braves posted: "All at the club are absolutely devastated to hear of the untimely death of former player Gavin Stokes.
"Well liked by all who knew him ‘Stokesy’ wore his heart on his sleeve and left everything on the park.
"Big love and strength to all his friends and family".
Maryhill Juniors added: "Tragic news. Our thoughts are with Gavins’ family and friends at this difficult time. May he rest in peace."
Irvine Meadow said: "The club are tonight, devastated to hear the tragic news of the passing of our former player Gavin Stokes.
"The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Irvine Meadow XI FC go out to all Gavin's family & friends at this truly awful sad time."
In a statement shared by Police Scotland, his family added: "One of the most important things in Gavin’s life was being with his son Freddie. Gavin and his partner, Lauren brought him up to be the best boy ever.
"Freddie was Gavin’s whole world and spending time with him was his favourite thing to do.
"Gavin also loved, his mum Alice, dad Edward, sister Shannon, brother Garry, and niece Isla very dearly and he will be greatly missed."
Rutherglen Glencairn FC said: "Everyone at Rutherglen Glencairn are saddened to learn of the sudden passing of our former player Gavin Stokes. Gavin was a huge part of our treble-winning Under 21 team and then moved up to play with the first team. We extend our condolences to all of Gavin's family and friends."
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