Fans rallied around the football ace after he shared a worrying health update

A birthday show by a former Doncaster Rovers ace will still go-ahead, despite worries about his health.

Supporters rallied around former goalkeeper Neville Southall after he wrote on X: "Won't be on here for a bit not well."

The 67-year-old shot-stopper, who also turned out for Wales and Everton during a career spanning three decades, left fans worried by the message.

But the player has now confirmed that an upcoming show on his birthday will go ahead.

The football legend has confirmed that his eagerly anticipated live theatre show at The Brindley in Runcorn will go ahead as planned on Wednesday 16 September.

A spokesperson said: “Following recent media coverage arising from a post shared by Neville on social media, both Neville and the show’s producer, Andi Mac, are delighted to reassure ticket holders that the event remains on schedule.”

Said Neville: “I’m looking forward to seeing everyone at The Brindley on 16 September. It’ my birthday too, so it will be lovely to spend the evening with everyone. The show is going ahead, and I hope everyone who comes along has a really enjoyable night.”

The special birthday event will see the former Everton and Wales goalkeeper joined on stage by host and producer Andi Mac for a warm, honest and entertaining conversation about his extraordinary life and career.

Audiences can expect memorable stories from Neville’s years at the very highest level of football, reflections on the people and moments that shaped him, and the forthright humour and honesty for which he remains so widely loved.

The evening will also feature live music from singer Tony Prince, as audiences come together to celebrate Neville and his remarkable career on his birthday.

Andi Mac said: “I spoke with Neville personally, and he was very clear that he wants the show to go ahead.

“He has received so much warmth and support, and we’ee looking forward to celebrating with him and giving audiences a wonderful night filled with stories, laughter and memories.”

Since retirement, he has been an outspoken advocate of mental health and LGBT rights, but his health has been a concern in more recent times.

Southall was hospitalised last summer following an infection, which left him on an intravenous drip.

Former Everton teammate Ian Snodin invited him to join Doncaster Rovers on a short-term deal at the start of the 1998–99 season, but he only made nine appearances for Rovers during that season, their first season in non league after relegation from the Football League.