Chester FC Director Ben Duggan Passes Away Suddenly at Age 33
CHESTER, England — National League North club Chester FC and supporter-ownership group City Fans United (CFU) are mourning the sudden passing of club director Ben Duggan, who died over the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, at the age of 33. Duggan was co-opted onto the CFU Board in July 2026, serving as the youngest director on the board. During his tenure, he oversaw the Fan Engagement and Membership portfolio, drawing on his professional experience as Chief Executive Officer of Dementia Together Wirral to restructure supporter outreach and club membership initiatives. Ongoing Announcements and InquiriesChester FC officially confirmed Duggan's passing in a statement issued on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Specific medical details regarding the cause of death have not been publicly disclosed by the club or his family. Formal communications and administrative matters regarding board succession will be managed directly by City Fans United leadership in due course. Community Impact and Memorial InformationDuggan's sudden passing has prompted widespread tributes across the non-league football community and charity sector in Cheshire and Merseyside. In tribute to his contributions, Chester FC players, coaches, and matchday staff will wear black armbands during their upcoming fixture against Worksop Town on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The club and CFU board extended sincere condolences to Duggan's family, colleagues, and friends, with further memorial arrangements to be shared by his family.
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CHESTER, England — National League North club Chester FC and supporter-ownership group City Fans United (CFU) are mourning the sudden passing of club director Ben Duggan, who died over the weekend of September 19–20, 2026, at the age of 33. Duggan was co-opted onto the CFU Board in July 2026, serving as the youngest director on the board. During his tenure, he oversaw the Fan Engagement and Membership portfolio, drawing on his professional experience as Chief Executive Officer of Dementia Together Wirral to restructure supporter outreach and club membership initiatives. Ongoing Announcements and InquiriesChester FC officially confirmed Duggan's passing in a statement issued on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Specific medical details regarding the cause of death have not been publicly disclosed by the club or his family. Formal communications and administrative matters regarding board succession will be managed directly by City Fans United leadership in due course. Community Impact and Memorial InformationDuggan's sudden passing has prompted widespread tributes across the non-league football community and charity sector in Cheshire and Merseyside. In tribute to his contributions, Chester FC players, coaches, and matchday staff will wear black armbands during their upcoming fixture against Worksop Town on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The club and CFU board extended sincere condolences to Duggan's family, colleagues, and friends, with further memorial arrangements to be shared by his family.
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