The parents of a schoolboy who died after suffering from a suspected cardiac arrest during football training have paid tribute to their 'lovely son'.
Kieran McDade, 13, collapsed while training with Dunbeth Football Club in Coatbridge last Thursday.
He died this morning after being in a coma for a week.
His parents Bernie and Gemma tonight released a statement.
They said: "We are devastated at the loss of our lovely son Keiran. He lived life to the full and his smile would light up a room.
"We are very grateful for the support we've received from his friends and teachers at the school."
Coaching staff at the local football team, paramedics, and doctors tried to save the teenager who battled on for a week after slipping into a coma.
This morning the popular 13-year-old passed away.
A statement on Dunbeth's Facebook page said: "This is the most heartbreaking situation that any parent could go through and all the people connected to Dunbeth FC send thier condolences to Bernie, Gemma, Amy and all extended family and friends.
"Kieran was a big happy go lucky boy and all his team mates and coaches will miss him terribly. A popular boy who gave his all for his team and will forever be remembered for the League Championship he proudly won with his team mates and all the good memories that came with that.
"He has left us all with cherished memories but ones that will forever be tinged with sadness that he is not here to relive them with us.
"Rest in peace KM8."
Kieran's sister Amy also posted a tribute on her Facebook Page.
She said: "My family would like to thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts for the overwhelming prayers and support you have given us.
"Our beautiful boy is now with the angels and will forever live on in our hearts.
"Kieran's mum and dad would like to thank all his friends for all of the amazing things you have done for him, we now know how loved he truly is.
"My mum would also like to thank all the brave boys and girls for staying so strong, and to all the mums, she asks you hug your boy tight tonight because life is full of surprises and so so precious, appreciate every moment you have with them.
"Would also like to let everyone know that Kieran has remained the most sensitive and generous boy that he is and donated some of his organs which has saved 2 peoples lives today.
"What a brave soldier, he will be truely missed. Lots of love, big sis x"
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