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Crystal Palace pay tribute to fan who died from severe brain injuries after being hit by a bus while celebrating the team's win over Leicester earlier this month

Crystal Palace have paid tribute to a lifelong supporter after he tragically died while celebrating his team's 2-1 win over Leicester City earlier this month.

Liam Foley was with his brother Niall in Brixton, south London when the incident occurred on April 1 shortly after Roy Hodgson's side had picked up a valuable three points at Selhurst Park.

Foley was taken to hospital and placed on life support for four days before he was pronounced dead due to severe brain injuries.

Palace released a statement on Wednesday that read: 'We are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of lifelong fan, Liam Foley.