Dundee Utd chairman loses cancer fight

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Thompson, 67, lost his fight against prostate cancer in the early hours.

The club said they were "devastated" by the death of one of their most loyal backers who was "a very close and inspirational friend".

Thompson won much admiration in the football world and was seen as a champion of the smaller clubs in the Scottish Premier League.

Despite his debilitating illness over the past few years, he continued with his duties at Tannadice as long as he could.

He also insisted on supporting his team in person as much as possible, both home and away.

The club said in a statement on their official website: "It is with great sadness that Dundee United announce the death of chairman Eddie Thompson, who died after a long illness borne with great fortitude, much bravery and a dogged determination to carry out his responsibilities at Tannadice for as long as possible."

The news comes only three days after the death of his son-in-law Ken Mitchell, 38, who died in a motorcycle accident.