EFL to hold minute's silence ahead of weekend matches in tribute to London terror attack victims

A mark of respect | The tribute will take place ahead of every weekend EFL game
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The English Football League has announced a minute's silence will be held ahead of all its matches this weekend as a mark of respect to those who died or were injured in the London terror attacks.

Four people were killed, including police officer Keith Palmer, and around 40 injured in the capital's bloodiest terror attack since 7/7.

England manager Gareth Southgate spoke of his players' show the nation's "desire to carry on" when taking on Germany in an international friendly hours after the terrorist attack in Westminster.

The EFL will now hold a tribute ahead of every weekend match in the three divisions.

A statement read: "As a mark of respect to those who have lost their lives or were injured in this week’s tragic attacks in London, EFL clubs will hold a minute’s silence.

"The silence will take place before all Sky Bet EFL fixtures taking place this weekend, Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th March.

“Football will unite to pay tribute to the victims of Wednesday’s attacks and the emergency services who acted bravely and decisively in the aftermath.”

Charlton Athletic, currently 15th in League One, will pay their own tribute to PC Palmer who was an Addicks season-ticket holder.

The club have placed a scarf on Palmer’s seat which will remain until the club’s next home game on April 4.

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