"Everyone at Arsenal Football Club is deeply sorry to hear of the tragic passing of Chichester City forward and former Arsenal academy player, Billy Vigar, read a statement on the club's official site. As well as his significant talent, Billy will always be remembered for his love of the game, pride at representing our football club he once called the day he was spotted by our scouts as 'the most Important of his life' and a character beloved by teammates and coaches alike."
"Our deepest condolences go out to the Vigar family and his many friends at this extremely difficult time. While Vigar won't have been the biggest name for most Arsenal fans, there will undoubtedly be a lot of sadness within the fanbase about this news. As much as anything, it's always painful to hear about someone so young dying in such a horrible accident."
Billy Vigar, a former Arsenal academy player who joined the club at 14, has died at age 21 after suffering a serious brain injury while playing for Chichester City FC. He collided with a brick wall beside the pitch, was taken to hospital and placed in a coma before passing away. Arsenal paid tribute, praising his talent, love of the game and pride in representing the club, noting that he described being scouted as 'the most Important of his life.' The club offered deepest condolences to his family and friends and acknowledged sadness across the fanbase and among former teammates.
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