Chelsea Pensioner delights Leeds United fans by giving a Leeds salute in a procession of armed forces laying wreaths for Remembrance Day

A Chelsea Pensioner amused Leeds United fans at Carrow Road on Sunday when he gave a Leeds salute as the armed forces processed onto the pitch to lay a Remembrance Day wreath.
By Flora Snelson
Published 1st Nov 2021, 17:03 BST
Updated 1st Nov 2021, 17:04 BST
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Two wreaths were laid at Carrow Road, one for each team, as a mark of respect to remember those who have lost their lives in the service of their country.

A minute’s silence was observed before the game kicked off, and players wore shirts adorned with the iconic poppy symbol as part of a week of Remembrance Day activity across the Premier League.

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One of the Chelsea Pensioners processing for the wreath-laying amused Leeds United fans by giving a Leeds salute, thumping his chest with his fist as he made his way to the pitch.

Here’s what fans made of the gesture:

@AdzyG21: It’s these little moments that bring joy. What a man.

@LUFC_Llorente: Loved that guy.

@SavageLUFC: ALAW Lest we forget. This was more entertaining than the first half.

Armed forces lay wreathes at Carrow Road. Pic: Julian Finney.Armed forces lay wreathes at Carrow Road. Pic: Julian Finney.
Armed forces lay wreathes at Carrow Road. Pic: Julian Finney.

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