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Liverpool fans applaud in the seventh minute of the match against Manchester United in support of Cristiano Ronaldo following the death of his baby boy
Liverpool fans applaud in the seventh minute of the match against Manchester United at Anfield in support of Cristiano Ronaldo following the death of his baby boy

The fans of both Manchester United and Liverpool stood together in a minute of applause at the same time to show their support for the family of the baby boy who died.

The anthem of the league match was sung by the fans of the two teams.

The away end held up a shirt with the name and number of the player on it.

The two rivals played a match on Tuesday.

The death of a baby is the greatest pain that any parent can feel, according to the couple.

The couple were expecting twins.

Their baby girl survived and gave them the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness.

The baby boy is our angel. They wrote that they would always love you.

The players from United andLiverpool wore black armbands in honor of the player and his family.

The tribute from the fans of the other team was described by the former player as a "real touch of class".

He said that they wanted to show their respect and support for the player.

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