Family pays tribute to lifelong Norwich City supporter Jim Davies after his death at Carrow Road
The family of Jim Davies have shared their gratitude and asked for privacy
Last updated 16th Jan 2026
Jim Davies, an 80-year-old Norwich City supporter, passed away following a medical emergency at Carrow Road after Sunday’s FA Cup third round match.
Jim’s family shared a statement through Norwich City, confirming his death and expressing their gratitude to those who supported him during the incident and in the days that followed.
Jim was a lifelong fan of Norwich City, having started attending matches in the 1950s. He was in the crowd for the club’s famous FA Cup victory over Manchester United’s Busby Babes in 1959. His passion for the Canaries has been passed on through generations of his family, with many relatives holding long-term season tickets and working within the club's setup.
Following his passing, Jim leaves behind a wife, son, daughter, four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a son and daughter-in-law, and an older sister.
The family expressed their thanks and appreciation in their statement: “Firstly, we wish to thank the emergency services, the stewards, the supporters and anyone else who tried valiantly to revive Jim. We know that he received the best care possible. We also urge anyone affected by this to take the club up on their offer of support.
“Secondly, we wish to thank both Norwich City and Walsall for their kind words in their statements after the incident, and Norwich City for their ongoing support. Norwich City Women’s players and staff are very much included in our gratitude, as are the senior leadership within the club.
“We have been overwhelmed with the messages of condolence we have received in the mainstream media and on social media from so many people, including the support of clubs across the entire football family. We have seen messages from non-league fans through to fans of the top clubs in the Premier League.
“We are grateful to you all but particularly want to highlight the supporters of Walsall and our rivals from Ipswich Town, the latter of which have proved to be true East Anglians. Jim would have been amazed at the level and nature of everyone’s reaction to what is a family tragedy.”
The family concluded their statement by asking for privacy during this difficult time.