The Football Association is saddened to learn of the passing of former Bolton Wanderers chairman Phil Gartside.
FA chairman Greg Dyke said: “On behalf of The FA, I am saddened to hear of this news.
“Phil had a lifelong association with Bolton Wanderers and did much to help the club achieve success upon becoming chairman in 1999.
“As well as leading Bolton during an extended stay in the Premier League over several seasons, he joined The FA Board in 2004 and was as dedicated to this role as he was to his club before stepping down in 2012.
“Our thoughts are with his family and friends today.”
In addition to his role on The FA Board, Gartside served on The FA Council between 2004 and 2012.
He was a non-executive director of Wembley Stadium until last July, having first been appointed in February 2005.
