Carlisle United supporters' emotional tribute to fan who died on holiday

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This was the emotional moment Carlisle United fans paid tribute to one of their own.
Applause broke out at Brunton Park in the 25th minute of their 3-3 draw with Boreham Wood on Saturday.
It was a tribute to United supporter Ali Graham, who tragically died whilst on holiday last month.
Ali's friends had called on fans to join in the 25th-minute tribute during Carlisle's first home game of the campaign, with United themselves helping to publicise the appeal.
And supporters responded with a rousing minute of applause in memory of Ali.
One of Ali's close friends, Ryan Stubbs, had shared plans for the tribute before the game.
Posting on X, he said: "Last month my best mate Ali Graham sadly lost his life whilst on holiday.
"Ali was a massive Carlisle fan and this weekend myself, Ali's family and friends will be in attendance and we would like you all to join us in a minutes applause on the 25th minute."
Carlisle United shared the post with fans as did the club's supporter liaison officer along with United's police account and groups such as the Warwick Road End supporters.
Ali's passing has already seen a number of other tributes staged in his memory.
Last month Stanley's Bar and Cafe in Carlisle staged a special night to help raise money to support his family with funeral costs.
A GoFundMe crowdfunding appeal also raised more than £11,000 to help bring Ali back to Carlisle so he could be laid to rest.