'Something seismic' - Ex-Leeds United man offers verdict on Premier League controversy

Former Leeds United midfielder David Prutton has offered his thoughts on The Queen’s passing, tradition and this weekend’s decision to call off Premier League fixtures as a mark of respect
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Leeds United should have been playing Nottingham Forest at Elland Road on Monday and it's a tricky one as to whether or not the Premier League should have called off this weekend's games following Her Majesty The Queen's passing.Given the age of The Queen and the length of time that she has reigned, what is deemed culturally acceptable now is quite obviously different.I think generationally there will be a certain demographic that thinks it's absolutely right that the country should come to a standstill and there should be that period of mourning.But I think perhaps a younger element disagrees with that and I can absolutely see that.

Let's put it right, it's very sad that a woman as iconic as The Queen who has been in everyone's lives for as long as we can all remember and who has been a great source of comfort to millions, not just in this country, but around the world, has passed away.

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And on the flip side of that, we are talking about a 96-year-old woman who has had an extraordinary life and who's been, done and experienced things that no other person can by virtue of the very unique position that she's found herself in in her life.

LEEDS, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 07: Both teams observe a minutes silence in respect of the Remembrance Day proceedings prior to the Premier League match between Leeds United and Leicester City at Elland Road on November 07, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)LEEDS, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 07: Both teams observe a minutes silence in respect of the Remembrance Day proceedings prior to the Premier League match between Leeds United and Leicester City at Elland Road on November 07, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
LEEDS, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 07: Both teams observe a minutes silence in respect of the Remembrance Day proceedings prior to the Premier League match between Leeds United and Leicester City at Elland Road on November 07, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)