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Tributes have flooded in for Crossmaglen footballer Caolan Finnegan, after news emerged this morning of his tragic passing.
The Crossmaglen Rangers player died aged 20 today, after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer that he was diagnosed with.
In a heartbreaking update earlier, Caolan's club Cross Rangers shared the news, saying "Caolan lost his battle earlier this morning".
"A battle he fought with enormous courage, strength and dignity. We are so proud of you Caolan. A true Ranger," the tribute read.
"You will be forever remembered as one of the greatest who ever donned the black & amber. Forever in our hearts. Rest in peace Stringer".
Caolan lost his battle earlier this morning. A battle he fought with enormous courage, strength & dignity
— Crossmaglen Rangers (@crossrangers) August 23, 2024
We are so proud of you Caolan
You will be forever remembered as one of the greatest who ever donned the black & Amber
Rest in peace Stringer
All club activities are suspended pic.twitter.com/nLuGJYi7Bq
Following Armagh's victory in July's All-Ireland final, clubmate Oisin O'Neill wore a 'Care of Caolan' t-shirt to the post-match press conference to raise awareness of the fundraising campaign for Caolan's treatment.
Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney said that Caolan would have been part of the squad were it not for his illness, and captain Aidan Forker visited Finnegan with the Sam Maguire Cup following the All-Ireland Final.
Affectionately known as stringer, Finnegan was a bright young talent who played for Crossmaglen as recently as last year and represented Armagh at underage level.
In recent months, a fundraising drive had raised over £300,000 to help Caolan receive treatment. The funds enabled Finnegan to travel to Germany multiple times for specialised treatment.
A week ago, Finnegan’s club called for “prayers” for the 20-year-old. Caolan passed away on Friday morning.
Armagh selector Kieran Donaghy said Caolan "battled as hard as he could", and added that Caolan had showed up at a session before the All Ireland to inspire the Armagh boys, saying that "it worked".
May he Rest in Peace.
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