Papa Bouba Diop dead at 42: Fulham and Portsmouth cult hero dies after illness as Lineker and O'Hara lead tributes

FORMER Fulham and Portsmouth midfielder Papa Bouba Diop has died aged 42. The Senegalese midfielder is said to have died after a long illness. Fulham confirmed the news on social media, writing: &#…

Papa Bouba Diop dead at 42: Fulham and Portsmouth cult hero dies

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Papa Bouba Diop: Senegal World Cup hero dies aged 42

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Former Fulham and Portsmouth midfielder Papa Bouba Diop dies at

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