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Shelbourne lead tributes to beloved club stalwart who ‘left a long-lasting legacy' following sad death

SHELBOURNE have paid tribute to club historian Chris Sands following his death. The beloved stalwart died on Monday after a long association with the club that started when he went to his first game in 1940 when he was three. 1 Shelbourne have paid tribute to historian Chris Sands Credit: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile Alongside an emotional video tribute to the Dubliner, Shels praised his impact on the League of Ireland Premier Division champions. A statement read: "Everyone at Shelbourne FC is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our long-serving club historian, Chris Sands. "Chris's work preserving and promoting our history leaves a long lasting legacy. Our thoughts are with his family and friends." This tribute initiated a number of others from fans who had spent time in Sands' company at Tolka Park or otherwise. Read More on Shelbourne Michael said: "RIP Chris Sands. "I invited Chris to contribute to the Shels match day programme over 20 years ago and he was a regular contributor over the years. "He loved to talk about Shels especially his young days going to Shelbourne Park in Ringsend." Another said: "A sad day for the club. Most read in Football "His work was very enjoyable and of great importance. "Thoughts are with his friends and family." Andy Robertson pays tribute to 'best friend' Trent Alexander-Arnold after he is booed by Liverpool fans A third posted: "Sad day for Shels & also a sad day for the whole League to lose. "As a Pats supporter- I'd like to pass my sincerest condolences to all involved, support, knew of Chris at the club, and to his family that to celebrate his brilliant life he lived. "Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílís" Bernadette said: "RIP Chris. "A gentle man and great Shels supporters. I will always remember my time with you on the SSDG executive." Chris commented: "'Some Clubs might have it too easy. We never had…we never had.' "RIP Chris." And Kevin hailed him as a "Proper Shels man."