An Everton fan has died after collapsing during the Premier League side’s match against Stoke City today.

The club say the 51-year-old passed away shortly after being taken to hospital this afternoon.

The man was sitting in the Sir Philip Carter Park Stand at Goodison Park when he became unwell.

We are deeply saddened to report that the 51-year-old fan taken ill during today’s game has passed away in hospital. pic.twitter.com/8BejNOLdFP

— Everton (@Everton) August 27, 2016