Off the PitchBBC SportUnverified source· 9 Aug 2026
Arbroath FC's Silence Moves Family of Tragic Girl
A minute's silence for a nine-year-old girl brought a grieving family to tears of gratitude.
Who
Minnie Merriman, 9, from West Yorkshire
What
Arbroath FC held a minute's silence in her memory
When
Saturday, before Scottish Championship match
Where
Gayfield Park, Arbroath
What happened. Arbroath FC held a minute's silence for Minnie Merriman before their match, and her family expressed gratitude for the tribute.
- Over 1,300 fans attended the game.
- Minnie's aunt said the family is overwhelmed by kindness.
- Her father has been charged with her murder.
“We really appreciate this as a family. My sister is overwhelmed with the kindness and love from Arbroath.”
— Chloe Merriman, Minnie's aunt
The tribute highlights community support amid a tragic case still under investigation.
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