Tributes have been paid to Carrick Rangers defender Jerry Thompson, who passed away suddenly on Tuesday night at the age of 24. A Carrick Rangers statement read: "Carrick Rangers Football Club is saddened by the very untimely, sudden passing earlier today of our friend and player Gerard Thompson. Although he was only with us for a short time, he will be fondly remembered by everyone associated with Carrick Rangers FC. The IFA added: "The Irish Football Association is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Carrick Rangers player Jerry Thompson. Carrick Rangers lost 1-0 at Glenavon on Tuesday, after which their players were told of Thompson's passing.

Source: Sky sports December 11, 2019 10:30 UTC