Another tragedy for Motherwell

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Football star found dead in home


McGrillen was a member of Motherwell's cup-winning squad in 1991
Former Motherwell footballer Paul McGrillen has been found dead in his home, it has emerged.
Police confirmed the body of the 37-year-old was discovered at his home in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, on Wednesday night.
A spokesman said there did not appear to be any suspicious circumstances.
The striker was a member of the Motherwell squad that won the Scottish Cup in 1991, although he did not play in the final.
McGrillen is the fourth member of the Motherwell squad of that era to have died.
Winger Davie Cooper died at the age of 39 in 1995 after suffering a brain haemorrhage while filming a children's coaching show for TV.
   
There would appear to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and a full report will be sent to the procurator fiscal 
Strathclyde Police spokesman
Former team mate Phil O'Donnell died after collapsing during a match against Dundee United in 2007 at the age of 35.
And last year 39-year-old former Motherwell midfielder Jamie Dolan died of a heart attack while out jogging.
McGrillen made nearly 100 appearances for Motherwell and scored 13 goals.
A statement on the club website said: "Motherwell Football Club are deeply saddened to learn of the death of former striker Paul McGrillen.
"McGrillen came through the ranks at Fir Park and emerged in the famous 1991 Scottish Cup winning squad.
"Paul, nicknamed Mowgli by his team mates, was also an active member in the former players club and played in many charity games and events including Dougie Arnott's testimonial and Phil O'Donnell's tribute match.
"Our thoughts are very much with his family and friends at this sad time."
Friendly match
McGrillen also had spells with Falkirk, Airdrie, East Fife, Stirling Albion, Partick Thistle, Clydebank, Stenhousemuir and Stranraer.
He was most recently a striker for junior club Bathgate Thistle, and played for them against Motherwell in a friendly match last week.
A spokesman for Strathclyde Police said: "There would appear to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and a full report will be sent to the procurator fiscal."

[carribbear]

That is shocking. God rest his soul.

[Galwaybhoy]

Very sad to hear.  May he R.I.P.

[orangeman]

Too bad. Hard to be a retired football star.


R.I.P.