David Hagen

Scottish footballer (1973-2020)

David James Hagen (5 May 1973 – 24 July 2020) was a Scottish professional footballer. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. Hagen began his career with Rangers, where he played 20 competitive games, before moving to Hearts.

Hagen joined Peterhead in 2004. This was to be his last senior club, before he joined junior side Bo'ness United in 2006, where he played for a year before retiring.

In July 2018, it was reported that Hagen was suffering from motor neuron disease.[1] He died of the illness on 24 July 2020.[2][3]

References change

  1. "Falkirk reveal former player David Hagen diagnosed with motor neuron disease". BBC Sport. 17 July 2018. Retrieved 18 July 2018.
  2. "David Hagen dead at 47 as Rangers and Hearts hero loses brave battle against motor neurone disease". Daily Record. 24 July 2020. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
  3. "David Hagen: Ex-Rangers player dies aged 47 after MND battle". BBC Sport. BBC. 25 July 2020. Retrieved 25 July 2020.