Crewe Alexandra fans to join in 15th-minute applause

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Opposing football supporters will be united this evening to pay tribute to Coventry City FC supporter Jayden Parsons who died suddenly aged just 15.



Crewe Alexandra fans have been asked by their club to join Sky Blues supporters in a 15th-minute applause in Jayden’s honour during the League One fixture at the Ricoh Arena tonight.

A statement on Crewe’s website said: “Crewe Alexandra Football Club would like to encourage all it’s away supporters at the Ricoh Arena to join the home fans in a 15th minute applause after the sudden death of young Coventry City supporter Jayden Parsons.

“Jayden was a loyal supporter of the Sky Blues and held a season ticket for a number of years, as well as being a JSB throughout his childhood.

“He passed away suddenly last week and as a mark of respect, Coventry will be holding a minute’s applause during the 15th minute of the match against us on Tuesday.

“We would like to encourage all visiting Crewe Alex supporters to the Ricoh Arena to join the Sky Blues supporters in the minute’s applause.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Jayden’s family at this incredibly sad time and all those affected within the Coventry City family.”