Forest and Notts County will come together to pay tribute to the four people who tragically lost their lives last month, ahead of Saturday’s pre-season friendly at Meadow Lane.
Ahead of kick-off, a minute’s silence will be held to remember Ian Coates, Grace O’Malley Kumar, Barnaby Webber and Barry Spooner. Black armbands will also be worn by both sets of players, and a special cover will adorn Notts County’s matchday programme.
Ian, a 65-year-old devoted Forest fan, tragically lost his life in the Nottingham attacks last month along with students Barnaby and Grace, who were both 19 years of age. Lifelong Notts County fan Barry, 74, also tragically lost his life in a separate incident days earlier.
Ian’s sons, Darren, James and Lee will be present on Saturday and will take their place pitchside for the minute’s silence pre-match, as the city comes together to remember those who lost their lives.
James said: “The outpouring of support and the messages of condolences we’ve received from the football community has been astounding.
“Nottingham Forest and Notts County have been brilliant, as well as fans who have arranged charity games or passed on stories about my dad during his footballing days.
“The response has been heartwarming and we are extremely grateful.”
Nottingham Forest continues to send their thoughts to everyone affected by these tragic events.
Ian, a 65-year-old devoted Forest fan, tragically lost his life in the Nottingham attacks last month along with students Barnaby and Grace, who were both 19 years of age. Lifelong Notts County fan Barry, 74, also tragically lost his life in a separate incident days earlier.
Ian’s sons, Darren, James and Lee will be present on Saturday and will take their place pitchside for the minute’s silence pre-match, as the city comes together to remember those who lost their lives.
James said: “The outpouring of support and the messages of condolences we’ve received from the football community has been astounding.
“Nottingham Forest and Notts County have been brilliant, as well as fans who have arranged charity games or passed on stories about my dad during his footballing days.
“The response has been heartwarming and we are extremely grateful.”
Nottingham Forest continues to send their thoughts to everyone affected by these tragic events.
