The family say they are 'overwhelmed' by the level of public support
The family of Meath man Sean Cox has thanked the public for their "overwhelming support," saying it has provided "some comfort" during their time of distress.
Mr Cox, a Liverpool fan from Dunboyne in Meath, remains in a critical condition at Walton Neurological Centre, after he was assaulted Roma fans outside Anfield before the Champions League semi final win last week.
The public statement was issued on behalf of Mr.Cox's family via the Facebook Page of his GAA club, St.Peters Dunboyne.
Club Chairman Fergus McNulty wrote:
''The past week has been a very difficult one for Sean, his family, his large circle of friends and his colleagues at St. Peter's GAA Club, as Sean remains in a critical condition.
As a Club, and on behalf of Sean’s family, we would like to express our appreciation for the huge number of messages and gestures of support from across our local community and beyond. The level of support from so many is overwhelming and I know this provides some comfort to Sean’s family at this time.
We would like to acknowledge the heartfelt support received from Liverpool and Roma Football Clubs. We have been touched by their solidarity and its sincerity over the past week and it has meant a great deal to both St Peters and Sean’s family.
Sean, a hugely popular and respected individual, is a driving force in St Peters and it is hard to fully convey the positive impact that he has in our club.
We would ask that you keep Sean, Martina, and Sean’s family in your thoughts and prayers.
Finally, we would also appreciate that space and privacy be afforded to Sean and his family as they focus their efforts on Sean’s recovery.''
Sean Cox's family remain by his bedside in Liverpool.
