EFL clubs have come together to pay tribute with Burton Albion left saddened by the death of 13 year old season ticket holder.
The family of the young football fan, named Hussein Quig-Diop, who lost his life while cycling to school has honoured his memory, describing him as “the brightest star in the sky”.
He had been on his way to school at around 8.30am on Wednesday when a collision with a lorry occurred on Shobnall Road in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, pronounced dead at the scene.
💛🖤 Burton Albion is saddened to learn of the passing of young supporter Hussein Quig-Diop.
The 13-year-old Season Ticket Holder passed away in tragic circumstances yesterday.
A page has been set up to assist his family at this extremely difficult time 👇#BAFC
— Burton Albion FC (@burtonalbionfc) September 14, 2023
CLUB STATEMENT:
EVERYONE at Burton Albion is saddened to learn of the passing of young supporter Hussein Quig-Diop.
The 13-year-old Season Ticket Holder passed away in tragic circumstances on his way to school yesterday.
A pupil at John Taylor Free School, Hussein became a dedicated Brewers fan in recent years after he was introduced to the club by two of his uncles. He would regularly travel to both home and away matches alongside them.
He also became a recognisable figure to several first team players and club officials, where he could be regularly seen waiting at the Players Entrance for autographs and photos.
Burton Albion will be remembering Hussein at the club’s next home game against Fleetwood Town next Saturday, with further details to be announced in due course.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to assist his family with the funeral arrangement costs.
Fundraiser by Kimberley Tams : HUSSAIN QUIG (gofundme.com)
Burton Albion would also like to send their condolences to Hussein’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
GOFUNDME PAGE:
‘I’ve set up this page for my friend Kimberley to help her with costs of funeral arrangements for her son who tragically died after a collision with a HGV lorry on the way to school.
“He was a young smart and bright boy. Unfortunately Kimberley has had four sons and now 2 have passed away. No mother should have to bury thier child. Never mind 2.
“So I just thought maybe the community could work together and help her give her son the best send off as he could have.
“No funeral date has been set yet but I would like to see if we could make her load a little lighter without having to worry about funeral costs too. I know we have some good charity’s in burton.
“Anything to help would be so appreciated. Rest in eternal peace Hussain ❤️❤️ having to deal with the loss of her son, and trying to be a parent to her other children and find money for his funeral maybe we could lighten her load xxxx”
Staffordshire Police shared the family’s tribute to Hussein on Thursday, which read: “Hussein Quig-Diop, precious son of Roy and Kimberley, best big brother of Yussuf and Raymon and a much-loved grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to many, sadly lost his life tragically on 13 September 2023.
“We are all absolutely devastated and he’ll be missed more than we can put into words.
“He’s now the brightest star in the sky alongside his big brother Reagan.
“We want to thank the community for all the love and support during this time and ask that our privacy be respected whilst we grieve.
“We understand the distress this incident has caused amongst those who saw what happened and within the local community,” the force said.
“Our thoughts and condolences are very much with the boy’s friends and family at this deeply traumatic time.”
Hussein’s school said: “It is with great sadness that I have to share the news with you that Hussein Quig-Diop passed away yesterday. He will be dearly missed by all of our community
“Hussein was a very popular young man with many friends across all year groups.”
Musician Nathan Dawe, who the young lad loved listening to, grew up in Burton upon Trent and said the news of Hussein’s death was ‘absolutely heart-breaking’ as he shared pictures on social media of the pair.
Dawe donated ÂŁ1,000 to a crowdfunding page set up to help his family.
As mentioned, EFL clubs pay tribute with Burton saddened by the death of their 13 year old season ticket holder…
Rest in peace, Hussein ❤️💛
— Fleetwood Town FC (@ftfc) September 14, 2023
So sorry to hear this. Rest in peace, Hussein đź’›
— Tranmere Rovers FC (@TranmereRovers) September 14, 2023
Our thoughts are with everyone who knew Hussein following this devastating news.
Rest in peace, Hussein 🖤💛
— Derby County (@dcfcofficial) September 14, 2023
This is so tragic, the thoughts of all at Exeter are with Hussein’s family and friends ❤️
— Exeter City FC (@OfficialECFC) September 14, 2023
We are devastated to hear this. The thoughts and deepest condolences of everybody connected with Port Vale FC are with Hussein’s family and friends and everybody at Burton Albion FC at this time. 🖤🤍
— Port Vale FC (@OfficialPVFC) September 14, 2023
This is such sad news; the thoughts of all of us here at Wycombe are with Hussein’s family and everyone who knew him.
— Wycombe Wanderers (@wwfcofficial) September 14, 2023
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