As charity reveals huge cost of caring for former footballers hit by dementia, tragic Frank Kopel's widow demands the game's bosses do more to help.
The widow of Dundee United legend Frank Kopel says Scottish football authorities must do more to help cover costs of caring for players struck by dementia.
"That's all we were ever offered. Frankie and other players like Billy McNeill died because they were injured doing a job they loved, by heading the ball. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.
Amanda believes his diagnosis was down to him heading the ball thousands of times and has backed calls for a ban on the practice by 2030. Hundreds of former footballers have publicly confirmed they have been diagnosed, though it is likely to be the tip of the iceberg, with many choosing to keep their struggle private.
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