There was an emotional minute's applause in memory of an eight-year-old supporter during Norwich City's 4-2 win at Coventry this afternoon.

Amber Sheehy was diagnosed with a medulloblastoma brain tumour in April 2019 at the age of five.

Norwich Evening News: Amber Sheehy died after a four-year battle with cancer last weekendAmber Sheehy died after a four-year battle with cancer last weekend (Image: Jon Sheehy)

She died at eight years old on January 14 with her parents Jon and Amanda by her side after her four-year battle.

Norwich Evening News: Norwich fans at the Coventry game applauded for Amber in the eighth minuteNorwich fans at the Coventry game applauded for Amber in the eighth minute (Image: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images)

Amber's Army, a charity set up in the youngster's name, requested the minute's applause in her honour earlier this week.

And during the eighth minute of the victory, the home supporters joined almost 3,000 Norwich fans in showing their support to Amber's family.

Norwich Evening News: Amber's mum and brother with City striker Adam IdahAmber's mum and brother with City striker Adam Idah (Image: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images)

 

Many held up City shirts and scarves in tribute and Canaries players went over to Amber's mum and brother to offer their sympathies amid the full-time celebrations.

The team also posed for a photo as they held up an NCFC shirt with 'Amber 8' on the back.

The Canaries superfan was named the club's official fan of the season and a Community Hero in May 2022.

Those who wish to support Amber's Army, who help families with a terminally ill child, can do so at ambersarmy.org.uk.