In pictures: Father honoured once again at charity football match hosted by loved ones in his memory

Tim Linford sadly passed away in April 2025 from an illness and the best man at his wedding, Danny Mackintosh, took the lead on starting to fundraise in his memory.

Danny described Tim as a keen football follower, a cricket enthusiast and a lifelong season ticket holder at Coventry City Football Club.

Tim sadly lost his brother when he was younger and Danny previously told the Chronicle & Echo: “He never really got over it. He faced demons and mental health issues in his life.”

Though the mental health issues he faced were separate from his unexpected and tragic passing, Danny wanted to honour Tim’s experiences by raising money for Mind in Northampton.

Tim’s passing left a big hole in the lives of his loved ones, particularly his parents, three children Lucie, James and Molly, and ex-wife who he remained friends with until the end.

The first charity football match in Tim’s memory was hosted on August 24, 2025 at Bugbrooke St Michaels Football Club and the hope was to raise £5,000. Those who took part in the match were people Tim played football alongside over the years and those he considered friends.

A fundraiser of a similar vein was hosted last Sunday (August 30) at the same football club in aid of Mind, and kick off was at 1pm. A live singer and food van were in attendance, with the addition of an auction and raffle with all proceeds going to the worthy chosen charity.

Take a look at these pictures from the second annual charity football match hosted in memory of Tim Linford…