Leeds fan Colin Westby dies after medical emergency at match

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 18:03 · Archive

Colin Westby, 68, a Leeds United season ticket holder for 50 years, has died following a medical emergency during the club's match against Manchester United on 18 October.

Colin Westby, 68, died following a medical emergency he suffered in the stands during Leeds United's Premier League match against Manchester United at Elland Road on 18 October. He was taken to hospital by ambulance and placed in a medically-induced coma. After a period of unresponsiveness, the decision was made to withdraw life support.

Westby was a long-standing season ticket holder at Leeds, having attended matches for over 50 years. Leeds United said they were 'heartbroken' to learn of his passing. At the time of the emergency, the club praised the 'rapid action' of stewards and medical staff.

Leds will honour Westby during their next Premier League fixture against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday 7 November, with a tribute planned for the 68th minute of the match. Marching Out Together, the official fan group for Leeds' LGBTQ+ supporters, also paid tribute to him as 'a friend of our MOuT family'.

How it is being reported

• Leeds fan dies after medical emergency at Man Utd clash as club pay tributeA Leeds supporter suffered a medical emergency during their 1-1 draw with Manchester United last month, leading to him being rushed to hospital and put on life supportThe Mirror · 2 Nov, 17:42
• Leeds confirm death of fan who suffered medical emergency before Man Utd gameColin Westby, 68, was a season ticket holder at Leeds for 50 yearsIndependent Sport · 2 Nov, 15:27

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