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Minute's silence by Island footballers

Isle of Man FA commemorates attack victims

Footballers across the Island will fall silent this weekend as a mark of respect to those killed in the French terror attacks.

The Isle of Man FA says a minute’s silence will be held before all of this weekend’s games to commemorate those who lost their lives.

In the UK, the French national anthem will be played at the start of all Premiership matches – but few Manx grounds have the facilities to follow suit.

Tony Mepham from the Island’s FA says players and officials want to pay their respects:

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