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Billy Vigar: Parents Say Son’s Death Could Have Been Avoided

September 25, 2026September 25, 2026grace

Billy Vigar entered organised football later than many young players, but his ability did not go unnoticed. Arsenal scouts spotted him playing for Sussex-based Hove Rivervale, leading to a place in the Premier League club’s academy. His father described the moment as an incredible experience. He said it felt as though his son had been […]

FA Bans Solid Pitch-Side Walls Following Death of Former Arsenal Youngster Billy Vigar

August 7, 2026August 9, 2026grace

The Football Association has prohibited solid walls around the edges of pitches following a safety assessment prompted by the death of former Arsenal academy player Billy Vigar. The 21-year-old passed away after suffering a serious brain injury while representing Chichester City at Wingate and Finchley FC in September 2025. The injury is believed to have […]