Leeds United confirm supporter died after emergency in Man Utd clash | Football | Sport
Leeds United have confirmed a supporter passed away after a medical emergency which took place before their home match against Manchester United. The club issued a statement on their official club website and on social media.
It said: “Leeds United are devastated to confirm that a supporter sadly passed away ahead of our Premier League fixture with Manchester United at Elland Road, following a medical emergency in the ground before kick-off. The thoughts of everyone at Leeds United are with the family and friends of the supporter at this exceptionally difficult time.”
They are not the only club to have experienced a supporter tragedy this weekend. Sheffield United supporter Russell Drake passed away not long after falling ill during the Blades’ match against Leicester City.
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