Falkirk fan Rab Govan dies after Celtic match

Falkirk supporter Robert “Rab” Govan died after becoming unwell and collapsing while leaving Falkirk Stadium following the club’s 2-0 Scottish Premiership win over Celtic on Sunday, November 1, the club and a message shared on behalf of his wife said. Falkirk said the lifelong supporter died shortly after leaving the match and offered condolences to his family and friends. A community message shared on behalf of Rachel Govan said he collapsed as he was leaving the stadium, was taken to hospital by ambulance and died that afternoon. The reports did not provide further medical details. Govan was identified locally as Rab. One report gave his age as 62. His wife’s message extended condolences to family and friends, including Chris, and said further information would be shared when known. Tributes also came from people who knew Govan through the local community and harness racing. His friend James Paterson described him as a close friend and recalled sharing many of his best moments in trotting with him. Residents remembered Govan as a familiar face in Airth and expressed sympathy to his family. The club’s statement, posted on Sunday evening, said it was aware that a lifelong...