Supporters plan touching FAI Cup final gesture to Mark Farren as he battles brain tumour

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A campaign has begun to arrange a minute's applause at this Sunday's FAI Cup final to support former Derry City striker Mark Farren in his ongoing health battle. The 33-year-old continues to fight a brain tumour and has already received huge backing from the Irish football community, but one group of fans is hoping to give the Donegal man a lift by giving him a standing ovation during the 18th minute (in honour Farren's shirt number) of Sunday's televised showpiece between Dundalk and Cork City.

The FAI Cup final takes place next Sunday the 8th of November!As most of you know Derry City's all time top goalscorer... Posted by Airtricity League News and Banter on Saturday, October 31, 2015

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Supporters plan touching FAI Cup final gesture to Mark Farren as he battles brain tumour

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