PAUL HECKINGBOTTOM was asked questions about his future and Premier League refereeing standards at his latest pre-match press conference - but there was only one news story in truth; an incredibly sad one.
A leader as well as a manager in solemn times last this, Heckingbottom will be mindful that Maddy will be at the forefront of the thoughts of all Blades supporters when they converge upon Bramall Lane - the place Maddy loved - on Sunday afternoon.
Maddy Cusack of Sheffield Utd tussles with Mia Ross of Charlton during the The FA Women's Championship match at Bramall Lane, Sheffield. Should United secure their first three points of the season, it will possess a special emotional feel which will not exclusively surround football. On endeavouring to commemorate the memory of Maddy with a victory on the pitch, Heckingbottom said:"As much as we are preparing for a huge, huge game and wanting to get on with everything, it has affected a lot of people.
"Maddy has been close to so many people in the club and there are a lot of people suffering and feeling it, without a doubt. We look after everyone here, but first and foremost we are thinking of Maddy's family. And we send them our best.
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