Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp dedicates win to Sean Cox as family thanks public for support
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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp dedicates win to Sean Cox as family thanks public for support

LIVERPOOL manager Jurgen Klopp has dedicated last night's triumphant Champions League semi-final win against Roma to Irish man Sean Cox.

Mr Cox from County Meath remains in hospital fighting for his life following a brutal attack near Anfield two weeks ago.

After last night's 7-6 aggregate victory over Roma last night to reach the final of the Champions League, Liverpool players gathered on the pitch to hold up a banner paying tribute to their critically injured fan.

It read: "Sean Cox - You'll Never Walk Alone."

Furthermore, Jurgen Klopp dedicated the win to Cox, saying: "It's 100% a final for Sean Cox.

We said before the game we thought about it, now we're here, all our prayers and wishes are with him."

Mr Cox's family have also thanked the public for their "overwhelming support" and say that it has provided some comfort amid such a difficult time.

"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, as Sean remains in a critical condition," read a statement issued by Dunboyne GAA club chairman Fergus McNulty.

"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 Peter's and Sean's family.

"Sean, a hugely popular and respected individual, is a driving force in St Peter's 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."

Mr Cox remains in critical condition at Walton Neurological Centre in Liverpool, after being attacked by Roma thugs before the first semi-final leg two weeks ago.