Leeds United fan Colin Westby dies after Elland Road medical emergency

Summarised from 4 outlets · 12 reports · Updated 2 Nov, 14:59 · Archive

Colin Westby, a Leeds United season-ticket holder of over 50 years, has died following a medical emergency at Elland Road before a Manchester United match in October.

Colin Westby, aged 68, has died following a medical emergency that occurred at Elland Road on 18 October before Leeds United's Premier League fixture with Manchester United. Spectators alerted stewards and medics to his condition ahead of kick-off. He was transferred to hospital, where he was placed into a medically-induced coma. After a period showing no signs of responsiveness, his life support was withdrawn.

Westby was a long-standing season-ticket holder at the club, having attended matches for over 50 years. Leeds United confirmed his death in a statement, saying the club was 'heartbroken' to learn of his passing. The club extended its sympathies and condolences to his family and friends.

Leeds United will pay tribute to Westby in the 68th minute of their next home Premier League fixture with Tottenham Hotspur, scheduled for Saturday 7 November.

How it is being reported

• Leeds to pay tribute to fan who died before matchColin Westby, 68, died after he suffered a medical emergency at Elland Road last month.BBC Leeds And West Yorkshire · 2 Nov, 18:18
• Leeds United & Tottenham early injury news as blows leave 7 out and 3 doubtful but key men now backEarly injury news for Leeds United’s final game before the international break at home to Tottenham.Yorkshire Evening Post · 2 Nov, 14:48
• Leeds United confirm death of fan who suffered medical emergency before Manchester United gameLeeds United have issued a statement confirming the death of the long-standing season ticket holderYorkshire Post · 2 Nov, 14:29
• Leeds United fan dies after medical emergency at Elland Road as club announce tributeThe supporter - who fell ill prior to kick off against Manchester United last month - had held a season ticket for more than 50 yearsLeedsLive · 2 Nov, 14:00
• Leeds United 'heartbroken' as fan death confirmed after medical emergency ahead of Man Utd gameLeeds United confirmed the news in a statement on Monday.Yorkshire Evening Post · 2 Nov, 13:59
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In this story: Colin Westby · Leeds United · Manchester United · Tottenham Hotspur · Elland Road

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