"Following such tragic circumstances there is currently no appetite for football at the Maurice Rebak Stadium. The club have been in full discussions with the FA and we would like to thank them for both their understanding and actions. We would also like to thank the Professional Footballers' Association who have been a support in dealing with our own players' welfare."
"Out of respect for the memory of Billy Vigar, the club has taken the decision to postpone this week's two home fixtures on Tuesday night vs Folkestone and Thursday night's FA Youth Cup match, The club is incredibly mindful of the debate that followed Billy's passing and intend to install rubber safety padding in the ground once it has received full accreditation from the relevant sanctioning authorities."
Billy Vigar, a 21-year-old Chichester City striker, died after sustaining a significant brain injury during a match at Wingate & Finchley on 20 September following a collision with a concrete wall. Wingate & Finchley postponed two home fixtures and an FA Youth Cup match and stated there was no appetite for football at the Maurice Rebak Stadium. The club engaged with the FA and thanked the PFA for supporting player welfare. The club intends to install rubber safety padding once accredited. The FA launched an immediate safety review of perimeter walls after the PFA called for a full investigation, and tributes were paid at matches.
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