THE widow of former Rangers footballer Ugo Ehiogu has launched a fundraising drive to set up a charity in his memory.
Ehiogu, 44, who scored the winner for the Ibrox side in an Old Firm game a decade ago, died from after collapsing from a heart attack at Tottenham's training complex in London last week.
Now his wife Gemma has set up a page on JustGiving which has already raised more than £11,000.
She wrote on the web page: "Ugo's dream was to set up a charity that gives every child equal opportunity to access and play football. He had already put the wheels in motion. This fund will make his dream become a reality."
Among those to pay tribute to the idea was Lisa of the University of Surrey, who wrote: "A totally beautiful concept and how wonderful that Ugo's legacy will live on forever."
Another friend, Scott Douglas, wrote: "An amazing legacy to leave for children everywhere, still can't get my head around what has happened."
There were tributes from fans and players at grounds across the country after Ehiogu's death was announced.
Rangers and Celtic wore black armbands at Sunday's Scottish Cup semi-final, as did other clubs including Chelsea and Tottenham at their FA Cup tie on Saturday.
While Rangers fans held up a special banner in his honour.
At former club Aston Villa's game against Birmingham City, fans applauded and cheered his name
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