900 people attended the event at the Centenary Pavillion in Elland Road last night (Friday) to remember the lives of Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight, who were murdered in 2000 while attending an away game in Istanbul, Turkey.
Among those in attendance were friends and family of Chris and Kev, as well as players and staff on the day of the killings including manager David O’Leary, goalkeeper Nigel Martyn and chairman Peter Risdale.
Modern greats at the club including Stuart Dallas and Luke Ayling were also among the attendees as speeches were given and money was raised for Leeds-charity Candlelighters.
The club and its supporters have marked the anniversary by holding tributes during games and the squad and staff visited the plaque by the ground on Thursday to pay their respects.
A fundraising page was set up ahead of Friday night’s event for people to contribute towards.
Check out our photographer Steve Riding’s pictures in the gallery below.
1. Family and Friends
The family and friends of Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight, the two Leeds United fans killed in Turkey 25 years ago before a Leeds United game held a dinner at Elland Road. | Steve Riding
2. Support
The guests give their support at the event, which was held to share memories while raising money in aid of The Candlelighters Trust. | Steve Riding
3. David O'Leary
Event organisor Gareth Senior is thanked by David O'Leary who was Leeds United manager at the time | Steve Riding
4. Modern greats
Heidi Haigh meets Luke Ayling, Glynn Snodib and Stuart Dallas | Steve Riding
5. Hero
Mark Valentine, who gave first aid to Chris Loftus, shared words of support for the guests. | Steve Riding
