NICE TOUCH
The crowdfunder is well on way to reaching its target
- Stewart Fisher, Deputy Online Sports Editor
- Published: 15:57, 6 Mar 2025
- Updated: 15:57, 6 Mar 2025
TRIBUTES have been paid to a Rangers supporter who tragically died in the early hours of this morning in Istanbul ahead of the Ibrox side’s clash with Fenerbahce.
Christopher Potter was among thousands of Gers fans who travelled to watch tonight’s Europa League showdown against Fenerbahce but died after being struck by two different vehicles as he crossed a busy road in the city.
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Tributes to Rangers fan Christopher Potter, who died after being hit by a car whilst crossing a road in IstanbulCredit: Willie Vass – The Sun Glasgow
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Pic of Christopher Potter – taken from Facebook He died after being hit by a car in TurkeyCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
But pal Daryl McKernan was been quick to organise a Go Fund Me page, with a whopping £37.5k raised already in just a matter of hourse.
That’s 75% of the £50k target already – and one of the biggest donors is none other than former Scotland star Robert Snodgrass.
The Leeds Utd and Norwich hero chipped in £1,000 to the pot early on to get the ball rolling.
Not everyone has made such a major contribution – but with more than 1,000 contributors it’s quite a show of support.
One fan wrote: “Deepest sympathies to Chris’s family and friends” while another said: “So sorry for the family x”
Another, from the William McAdam Loyal RSC Alexandra, wrote: “Deepest condolences from all our members.”
Posting on Go Fund Me, Daryl said: “As everybody is aware Christopher Potter was tragically killed while away watching his beloved Rangers.
“Let’s try and get some money together to help with any costs needed, his funeral or getting him home or just to help his wife and kids.
“Let’s dig deep all donations will be greatly appreciated.”
A Rangers statement read: “We are devastated to have learned of the passing of one of our supporters in a road traffic accident overnight in Istanbul.
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“The immediate thoughts of everyone at the club are with their family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. We are remaining in constant contact with both the Turkish and British authorities over this tragic incident.”
Opponents Fenerbahce added: “We extend our deepest condolences to Rangers FC and the entire Rangers community We are deeply saddened to receive the heartbreaking news that a Rangers FC supporter, who traveled to Istanbul to support his team in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 against our club Fenerbahce, has tragically lost his life in a traffic accident. Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences go out to his family, Rangers FC, and their community.”
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