A non-league supporter tragically passed away during a County Cup semi-final match due to a medical emergency, forcing the match to be abandoned. Both clubs, Wakefield AFC and Pontefract Collieries, released a joint statement expressing their devastation and offering condolences to the family of Jakob Bregman, who sadly lost his life. They also thanked the efforts of those involved in allowing Jakob’s wife and daughter to say goodbye. The match, between Wakefield AFC and Pontefract Collieries, was taking place in the West Riding County Cup Semi Final.
Wakefield AFC, who play in Northern Counties East League Division One, were 4-0 down when the match was postponed. Tributes for the supporter poured in on Wakefield’s social media pages. The clubs stand united in offering support and solidarity to Jakob’s loved ones and the wider football community affected by this tragic event.
