A heartbroken family is asking thousands to come together in remembrance of their son who died in a car crash in Montenegro.
The family of Jack Rourke, 23, from Little Lever, plan to have a one-minute round of applause on Saturday, August 15's Bolton Wanderers match against Preston.
It would begin on the 23rd minute, as Mr Rourke died at 23 on May 24 in the car crash abroad.
Lisa Rourke, his mother, said: "It’s a really nice tribute to him, and for all those people to be clapping him like that it will be heart-warming.
"We’ve not forgotten about him, and we think about him every second of every day.
"He loved the football, and he would love this, it’s going to be emotional but we’re looking forward to it."
All members of the family say they were in grief and shock at the time, but received "hundreds" of messages and dozens of cards and flowers.
He grew up in Little Lever and went to Mytham Primary School.
Jack was also known for being the "maddest goalkeeper", supporting Bolton Wanderers and Manchester United.
Jack worked in construction and is remembered for his love of his nieces and nephews, playing games with them and taking them to Heaton Park on rides, and loving his two dogs.
His devastated family previously said his death had "left a void" in many lives.
Silences and applause happen in football games to remember people who have died, show respect for major tragedies, or celebrate a life.
A minute of silence offers solemn reflection, while a minute of applause acts as a vibrant, joyful thank-you.
Jack lived on Tonge Road, Little Lever, died on May 24 this year while abroad in Montenegro, where he had been travelling for several weeks.
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