Former Southampton and Grimbsy Defender passes away

Everyone at The Jeff Astle Foundation are saddened to hear that Former Southampton and Grimsby star Kevin Moore died from dementia on his 55th birthday. Our thoughts are with Kevin’s friends and family at this time.

‘Players need help now’ – Stiles calls on football to address dementia

The son of 1966 England World Cup winning midfielder Nobby Stiles says football bodies should do more to actively help ex-players with dementia.

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Evidence of brain damage, but sports associations look away

Ex-athletes and their loved ones want to know if their sport has caused them brain damage. The lack of answers is no coincidence, according to research by the NRC. Important international sports associations, such as FIFA, have a strong influence on international scientific research. Critical publications are being ignored and scientists say their work has been frustrated.

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Former Grimsby town forward passes away

We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Mariners legend Matt Tees. Former striker Matt, who scored 110 goals in 228 appearances for the Mariners, was first diagnosed with dementia back in 2012, with his struggles being featured in a BBC documentary with Alan Shearer back in 2017. Our thoughts are with Matt’s family and friends at this sad time.

Former inside forward passes away

We are deeply saddened to bring you the news that former Millwall and Crystal Palace footballer Barry Pierce passed away in August following a brave battle with dementia. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. Barry was an inside forward who began his career on the books of Everton.

Former West Brom centre half passes away

Everyone at The Jeff Astle Foundation was saddened to hear of the passing of Danny Campbell in August. Danny was part of West Brom’s 1966 League Cup winning team and spent the latter part of his life suffering with dementia and living in a care home. Our thoughts are with Danny’s family and friends at this sad time.

Former Crewe Alexandra midfielder passes away

We are deeply saddened to notify you that Alan Bradshaw passed away in October following a lengthy and brave battle with dementia. Alan who also represented Blackburn Rovers and Macclesfield Town made 340 league appearances in total. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this upsetting time.

Mariners legend Dave Boylen’s dementia battle

Mariner’s legend Dave Boylen is another former player battling against dementia believed to be linked to his football career. His family, who have the support of The Foundation, is fund raising for Alzheimer’s to help raise awareness. Read more here.

Mariner’s legend Dave Boylen is another former player battling against dementia believed to be linked to his football career. His family, who have the support of The Foundation, is fund raising for Alzheimer’s to help raise awareness. Read more here.

Retired Everton & Hull City footballer Alan Jarvis, died from dementia brought on by heading heavy balls during playing career

Following Jeff Astle’s landmark ruling in 2002, Former Everton and Hull City footballer Alan Jarvis is another player to have his death attributed to an industrial disease from playing football. The coroner ruled that the dementia he suffered with in later life was brought on by heading footballs. Read more here.

Scottish FA ‘could ban children heading balls within weeks’

A ban on children heading the ball in Scotland could be in place in a matter of weeks due to fears over the links between football and dementia. BBC Scotland has learned the Scottish FA wants to lead the way on the issue after a report found former players are more at risk of dying from the disease. The governing body is expected to announce a ban on under-12s heading the ball in training later this month.

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