Fernando Ricksen invites fans to join him as he battles ALS: This will be my final night Football Played for Rangers and Zenit

Former Rangers and Zenit Saint Petersburg player Fernando Ricksen has invited fans to join him on his 'final night' as his life comes to an end.

Ricksen has been battling ALS (motor neurone disease), a degenerative illness which affects the nervous system.

The 42-year-old, speaking through a computer, sent a message on social media calling on people to join him on his final public appearance on June 28.

"Hello, I'm having a special night on the 28th. Since it's getting very difficult for me, this will be my final night," he said.

"Come and make this a night to remember. Hopefully see you soon. Fernando."