Clarets fan Chris Coxhead treated to VIP matchday experience by Burnley businessman who wanted to show support

A Burnley businessman welcomed Clarets fan Chris Coxhead into his executive box for the Leicester game after seeing his plea for help online.
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Southport-based Chris (71) hit the headlines last week when he placed an advert in his local paper asking for a lift to games.

The lifelong Claret was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2018 and was worried he may lose his driving licence.

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The ad quickly went viral and it wasn't long before Chris was receiving offers of help from dozens of Burnley fans.

Dave Walker, managing director of +24 Marketing, saw the advert and invited him to be his special guest for the Leicester game.

"It wasn't the best result, but we still had a great night," said Dave. "As soon as I saw Chris' advert I wanted to see if I could do something to help.

"He's a great bloke, and we'll definitely keep in touch. He even brought along two books he's written to give me as a gift."

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