WATFORD fans have been praised after they held up a banner with Matija Sarkic’s name at The Den on Saturday afternoon.
Millwall goalkeeper Sarkic passed away at the age of 26 in Budva, Montenegro on June 15.
The Lions honoured Sarkic before their first game of the Championship season against the Hornets.
Sarkic’s partner Phoebe and his family were present as both sets of fans applauded for the Montenegro international.
Millwall captain Shaun Hutchinson and Watford goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann laid wreaths in the centre circle before a minute’s applause ahead of kick-off.
Neil Harris’ side were beaten 3-2 by Tom Cleverley’s visitors.
