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Manchester United honors PC Matthew Blades at Premier League match

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:46 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Manchester United honors PC Matthew Blades at Premier League match
Summary

Manchester United pays tribute to PC Matthew Blades during their Premier League match against Ipswich at Old Trafford on August 30. Blades, a dedicated officer, died in a car crash on August 22. His two sons will lead out the team as mascots for the match, and his widow will be in attendance. The club expressed their sorrow over his passing and highlighted his commitment to helping others. A minute's applause was also held in his honor at a Middlesbrough match prior to this game.

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Key Details
  • •PC Matthew Blades died in a crash near Middlesbrough on August 22.
  • •His sons will serve as mascots during the match against Ipswich.
  • •The club paid tribute to him in the match program and during a minute’s applause.
  • •17 people have been arrested relating to the investigation of the crash.
Latest Updates
  • 12:46 PMYahoo Sports — Man Utd pay tribute to 'proud Red' crash death officer
  • 12:46 PMBBC Sport — Man Utd pay tribute to 'proud Red' crash death officer
What they're saying
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The widow and two children of PC Matthew Blades will be at Old Trafford for Manchester United's Premier League game with Ipswich.

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The widow and two children of PC Matthew Blades will be at Old Trafford for Manchester United's Premier League game with Ipswich.

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