Josh Vickers: Last News

Derby County goalkeeper Josh Vickers has written an emotional tribute to his wife, after she tragically died from cancer, just three months after they got married. In a heartbreaking post, Josh, 27, wrote: "I have written and unwritten this so many times and still can’t find the right words to say and don’t know if I ever will. "On Tuesday evening my wife lost her long battle against cancer….

Ex-Arsenal star Josh Vickers has paid a heartbreaking tribute to his wife Laura after her death from cancer just months after their wedding.

Rotherham’s 1-0 win against Accrington Stanley turned into a farce after a fan booted away a penalty.The Millers were 1-0 ahead on 89 minutes when Stanley were awarded a penalty for Richard Wood's handball offence.Harry Pell was set to take the penalty but two Rotherham fans ran onto the pitch, with one kicking the ball away.The fan was chased by some players but ultimately apprehended by a steward and led off the field at the AESSEAL New York Stadium.Pell eventually had his penalty saved by Josh Vickers, meaning Daniel Barlaser’s fine volley on 57 minutes gave the home side all three points to send them six points clear at the top of League One.Both managers, John Coleman and Paul Warne, vehemently condemned the incident after the game, the 'Owd Reds' boss saying: “It is one of those situations where Pelly is desperate to take it because he has been assaulted as well. "Was it the right thing to do? It’s easy to be wise after the event.