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Leeds United will pay tribute to long-time supporter Colin Westby, who passed away after suffering a medical emergency during their match against Manchester United on October 18. The 68-year-old, who had been a season ticket holder for over 50 years, was taken to the hospital and placed in a medically induced coma but later succumbed to his condition. The club announced that they will honor him in the 68th minute of their next Premier League fixture against Tottenham Hotspur on November 7.
The club expressed their condolences to Westby's family and friends, praising the swift action of the stewards and medical staff who attended to him during the incident. Tributes have poured in from fans and the official LGBTQ+ fan group, Marching Out Together, highlighting the impact Westby had on the Leeds United community.
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