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Micah Richards has paid tribute to his father Lincoln, who died shortly before the BBC pundit broadcast for England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
Former England right-back Richards was one of BBC One’s pundits for coverage Three Lions lost 2-1.
“Shortly before the broadcast today, I received the terrible news that my father, Lincoln, has passed away,” Richards wrote on Instagram.
“His death was unexpected, and he left us too soon.”
The former Manchester City, Aston Villa and Fiorentina defender, who was born in Leeds, won 13 caps for England.
Richards said his father was “my biggest fan” and “hardly missed a game in my entire life”.
He added: “When I was young he took me wherever I needed to go and he was the proudest parent in my professional life. It was rare for him not to be by my side.
“I know how much it means to everyone at home to watch England play at the World Cup and how the experience brings families together across generations like nothing else.
“I know, especially as a proud old-school Yorkshireman, Dad wanted the show to go on this evening. And it did.
“Thinking of my siblings and all of my extended family today as we remember my father, Lincoln, my hero and inspiration.”
