Cardiff City confirm tribute match for Peter Whittingham on second anniversary of legend's tragic death

Cardiff City have confirmed that they intend to hold a special a memorial match for legendary former Bluebird Peter Whittingham later this year.

The Bluebirds hero sadly passed away two years ago ago today, and there have been growing calls for the club to further honour one of their finest ever servants.

Fans have previously called for a stand to be named after the midfielder, or even a statue outside Cardiff City Stadium, where his name currently adorns a banner hanging above the Canton End stand of the ground.

Now, on the two-year anniversary of Whittingham's tragic passing, the club has now confirmed it will host a special tribute match later in the year.

It's not quite clear who will take part in the showpiece one-off fixture, which is currently due to take place in November, but it promises to be an emotional occasion for Cardiff fans.

Whittingham was just 35 when he passed away.

In a tweet confirming the news, Cardiff said: "Peter’s memorial match will take place at Cardiff City Stadium later this year, with planning now in its advanced stages.

"More information on how you can be part of this special day will follow in the coming weeks."

In an earlier post, the club wrote: "It’s been two years since we lost you. Our friend, our colleague, our teammate, our hero."