Before the biggest club game of the season, players, coaches, fans all spent a minute respecting the memory of former Arsenal, Sevilla, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Benfica, Espanyol player Jose Antonio Reyes - who tragically dies aged just 35 years old on the morning of the match.
There were some concerns that the minute may not be respected due to the fact Reyes played for Arsenal, but anyone old enough to remember the tribute to David "Rocky" Rocastle at the NLD in March 2001 knew that wouldn't be the case.
These are times when fans remember it is just a game, and even your rivals share the same passion as you.
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posted on 3/6/19
Tragic what happened. Alot of focus on the Spanish players who were in tears. I know he is Moreno ex team mate.
comment by D'Jeezus Mackaroni (U1137)
posted on 3/6/19
Yes, he played with Moreno and Llorente, who were both tearing up. Obviously being in Spain, at the home of one of his former clubs, added to the sorrow felt.
comment by Mr. Unsubscribe (U1110)
posted on 3/6/19
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comment by hounslows-finest (U6180)
posted on 3/6/19
Everyone around me in the ground showed their respect which was only right
The Liverpool fans showed their respect as well
I know some mugs can’t keep their mouths shut for a minute but thankfully they’re in a small minority at most clubs
Reyes
comment by King of the Gil (U7905)
posted on 3/6/19
Things like this put it all in perspective. We are all disappointed about Spurs losing on Saturday but it's a complete irrelevance compared to what Reyes' family are going through.
comment by Number 8ecoglou (U9729)
posted on 3/6/19
RIP Jose
i think it's good that the majority of minute silences have been replaced by minutes of applause
that way it takes away the opportunity to the miniority of bell ends who want to ruin the moment of respect by shouting abuse and booing
comment by Aggers Right Elbow (U3402)
posted on 3/6/19
It looked an absolutely horrific accident and I can only guess the pain and anguish for the friends and family of Jose and his passengers, on of which seems to have a very long road to recovery.
Great to see football fans unite in that way during the final.
comment by Edward Elizabeth Hitler. (U14393)
posted on 3/6/19
Yeah it was a nice touch, his funeral is today. Such a shame the way he died speeding kills.
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posted on 3/6/19
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posted on 3/6/19
comment by Ace (U18814)
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comment by Edward Elizabeth Hitler. (U14393)
posted 15 minutes ago
Yeah it was a nice touch, his funeral is today. Such a shame the way he died speeding kills.
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I hadn’t looked at what actually happened til just now, apparently he was driving at 147mph, tyre punctured, hit a concrete block, flipped and burst into flames. The car was literally a shell. That is an absolutely horrific accident. Had his 23 year old cousin in the car too. Absolutely insane that he should be driving that fast, what a senseless waste of young lives.
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Ill never understand how stupid and selfish people can be.
If you want to do 147 mph surely theres places you can do it more safely and legally? If you dont respect yourself or care for your own life atleast have it for others.
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