Leeds United make Gwyn’s dream a reality after surprise call from Victor Orta - the YEP says

You would be hard-pressed to find someone in this city whose face does not light up when reading Gwyn Aylott’s story in today’s YEP.
By Joseph Keith
Published 16th Apr 2021, 06:00 BST
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The 68-year-old grandma volunteers for the Holbeck Together charity, which is based just a stone’s throw from her beloved Leeds United’s stadium on Elland Road.

Gwyn received a surprise phone call from Whites Director of Football Victor Orta.

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He invited her for a special, private VIP tour of Elland Road. She walked the length of the tunnel, close enough to see the blades of grass on the hallowed turf.

Gwyneth Aylott (photo: James Hardisty).Gwyneth Aylott (photo: James Hardisty).
Gwyneth Aylott (photo: James Hardisty).

And she was even given the Whites’ coveted championship trophy to pose with.

It is a fitting tribute to a woman who cares so deeply about the club and the city. And it is so very Leeds.

The club continues to impress when it comes to community involvement.

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The connection fans and those who live in the city have with the club is truly unique. Never change, Leeds United.

After all, we’re all Leeds - aren’t we.

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