Old Firm fans have been urged to join a minute's applause at Hampden on Sunday in tribute to a Scots teenager who died suddenly last weekend.
Taylor Malcolm was a huge Celtic fan and an emotional plea has been made to fans of both clubs to join the applause on the 15th minute of the Scottish Cup clash at Hampden.
The 15-year-old was found dead near Union Way in Uddingston at 8.30am on Saturday, April 22. Her death is not being treated as suspicious.
Tributes poured in for Taylor, with her devastated family members describing the teen as a "beautiful young girl".
And fans of both clubs have now been asked to support the tribute to Taylor.
A post on Facebook group 'We are the Rangers' said: "Tragically my friend's sister Taylor took her own life on Saturday morning, she was only 15 and I was wondering as a group of there would be any possibly that we would be able to arrange something on Sunday, even a minute's applause in the 15th minute. Just to show a bit of support for the family."
Celtic and Rangers supporters have since shared the post far and wide, as they have called on their fellow fans to give Taylor the "send off she deserves".
The teen's heartbroken older brother John Ford spoke to the Record on Tuesday and told how his sister's death was the second tragedy for his family after their sister, Rhiannon Ford, also died in 2019, at the age of 18.
John, 27, said he has been left "totally numb" following Taylor's passing as he begged young people who may be struggling with their mental well-being to tell their loved ones how they feel.
John described Taylor as the "best auntie" to his two children as he told how his family have been rocked by her loss. He added: "Taylor was the kindest wee soul I’ve ever knew. She would do anything for anyone.
"I don’t know how my mum is going to cope, but I know I need to remain strong for her and for my kids. I’ll make sure my son Oliver and daughter Isla never forget who Taylor was."
A fundraiser has been set-up to help Taylor's family with funeral costs. Her family have thanked everyone that has supported them through this tragic time.
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