Portsmouth boss’ quiet and classy tribute after tragic Fratton Park death against Middlesbrough
John Mousinho tonight paid his own poignant tribute to Pompey fan Alec Lumb following his tragic death.
The Blues boss took a moment ahead of the clash with Stoke to lay flowers in a mark of respect to the 63-year-old, after he lost his life while watching Mousinho’s side against Middlesbrough.
Mousinho placed the bouquet near to the lifelong supporter and North Stand season-ticket holder’s seat, in a touching gesture as the Pompey family unite to honour one of their own.
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Lumb was named as the man who suffered what his family believe to be a heart attack at the start of Saturday’s game, leading to the match’s kick-off being delayed for 35 minutes.
The class of not just Mousinho but the Pompey family has been evident, with a fundraiser in Lumb’s name so far raising over £14,000.
In a further mark of respect a minute’s applause will take place in Lumb’s memory before tonight’s game.