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There will be a silent tribute at all games this weekend starting with tomorrow evening’s games which are Northampton Town v Blackpool and Chelsea v Manchester United.
Director of Communications at the FA, Paul Barber, said today, "There will be a minute's silence before all of the weekend's football fixtures, commencing with Friday night's fixture between Chelsea and Manchester United, as a mark of respect to Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman.
"The whole nation has been shocked and saddened by the deaths of Holly and Jessica. The girls' love of football is well known and everyone connected with the game is keen to pay their respects to Holly and Jessica and offer their condolences to the girls' families and friends at this very sad time."
Cambridgeshire Police Detective Chief Inspector Andy Hebb, added: "We are extremely grateful to the football authorities and the football community for the sympathy and support which they are showing to the two families.
"The strength of feeling throughout the country has been a great source of strength to Holly and Jessica's parents at this extremely difficult time."