Irish Liverpool fan killed crossing highway close to Milan
Liverpool fan Sean Cox dies after being attacked before Champions League match in 2018
Cox was left in a coma following an attack by Roma supporters in 2018
An Irish Liverpool fan who was left in a coma after being attacked by Roma supporters before a Champions League match in 2018 has died.
Sean Cox, 55, was crossing a highway close to Milan with his brother when he was attacked by a group of Roma fans hours before the semi-final first leg in April 2018.
Cox suffered serious head injuries in the attack and was taken to hospital in a critical condition. He underwent emergency surgery and was placed in an induced coma, but never regained consciousness.
In a statement released on behalf of the Cox family, they said: "We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Sean. He passed away peacefully in the early hours of this morning, surrounded by his family.
"Sean was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He was a friend to all who knew him. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him."
Liverpool FC said in a statement: "The thoughts of everyone at Liverpool Football Club are with the family and friends of Sean Cox at this incredibly sad time.
"Sean was a much-loved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, and our hearts go out to all his loved ones. He will be forever missed by those who knew him."
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