There will be a minute's applause in tribute to
Nelson Mandela ahead of all of this weekend's
Premier League fixtures, Sportsmail understands.
Tributes have been pouring in from the sporting
world in honour of the iconic South African, who
died aged 95 on Thursday.
The Premier League will pay their respects with the gesture at seven matches on Saturday, followed by two on Sunday and the Swansea versus Hull fixture on Monday
The Football League have also asked clubs in the
Championship and Leagues One and Two to do the
same. Football League chief executive, Shaun Harvey, said: 'Nelson Mandela was an inspiration to millions and his determination, courage and forgiveness marked him out as a truly great man. We are delighted to give clubs and their supporters the opportunity to pay their own tributes to Nelson
Mandela and recognise his extraordinary legacy.'
Meanwhile, England World Cup hero Sir Bobby
Charlton has paid tribute to Mandela. Mandela was a keen football fan and forged a bond with Charlton following his release from prison. The pair met frequently when Charlton visited South Africa, and the former Manchester United forward
has been quick to add his own tribute to the
worldwide outpouring of emotion.
'I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Nelson
Mandela's passing,' said Charlton.

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Nice move!!!

now dis is a true exampl of a great man!


lived n positively impacted millions.

n tribute globally pouring in @ his death!!

not just from his village!

nice one from d epl.