Man United fans observe round of applause at Old Trafford for the late Lady Cathy Ferguson as players pay tribute to Sir Alex’s late wife by wearing black armbands… with flags flying at half-mast ahead of kick-off

• Man United observed a round of applause in memory of Lady Cathy Ferguson 
• Sir Alex Ferguson’s wife passed away aged 84 earlier this week 
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Manchester United fans observed a minutes applause ahead of their side’s kick-off against Brentford on Saturday in tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson’s late wife Lady Cathy.

Passing away at age 84 earlier this week, the footballing world paid their respect to Cathy Ferguson. 

‘Everyone at Manchester United sends our heartfelt condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family on the passing of Lady Cathy,’ a Man United statement read upon the news breaking.

‘Lady Cathy was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a tower of strength for Sir Alex throughout his career.’ 

And now, Sir Alex’s former side have paid their respect with the minutes applause while the players wore black armbands and the club flew flags at half-mast.

Man United players wore black armbands in tribute to Sir Lady Cathy Ferguson

This follows the passing of Sir Alex Ferguson’s wife, Lady Cathy Ferguson, earlier this week

Fans of both sides joined together in a round of applause in tribute of Lady Cathy

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A video posted on social media showed Brentford players, Man United players, staff and fans of both sides observing the minutes applause.

Former players also paid their respect for Sir Alex’s wife, with Eric Cantona taking to Instagram.

‘Rest in peace dear Lady Cathy, he wrote ahead of kick-off on Saturday.

‘My strongest friendship goes to her family’.

On the pitch, Man United looked like they were going to be unable to turn around their recent poor run of form as Mathias Jensen opened the scoring.

Things went from bad to worse for Andre Onana, who appeared to be at fault for the Brentford opener.

The Red Devils are also struggling in other competitions, falling to defeat to Galatasaray in the Champions League in midweek.

However, a Scott McTominay brace saw Ten Hag’s side complete an incredible comeback as he netted two 90th minute goals to win the match. 

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