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An Alzheimer's-suffering Everton fan left his carers in tears when he was able to instantly recognise his hero Derek Temple at Goodison Park.

Linda Kirby has told how her late husband, Dave, quickly spotted his idol at Goodison Park, despite suffering with severe dementia.

In a touching moment which left onlookers stunned, Linda revealed how Dave, who has since sadly passed away, made a beeline for Temple after recognising him more than 50 years after leaving Everton.

Linda explained how Dave was invited down to Goodison Park by Everton in the Community to be given what she called one of the best days of his life.

Taking up the heartwarming story, Linda said: "It was just amazing, it was the best day he had before he died, I'd say.

"He was sitting there, all his carers were around him. And then Derek Temple came in the room and we couldn't believe what happened next.

"Dave just jumped up, ran over to him and shouted 'Derek Temple!' and gave him a hug.

"All the carers were crying."

Former striker Temple spent 10 years at Goodison Park and netted 84 times in 276 games.

Temple made himself an Everton legend with the winning goal in the 1966 FA Cup final.

It was a moment Blues fan Dave never forgot.