Watch Sheffield Wednesday fans sing along with Britain's Got Talent star in emotional national anthem

Star of Britain’s Got Talent, Maxwell Thorpe, was on hand to sing the national anthem after a beautifully observed minute’s silence, with the Wednesdayite singing ‘God Save The King’ alongside thousands of fans inside Hillsborough.

Thorpe, who will record his first single – called ‘Believe’ – next week, gave a powerful rendition of the song shortly before kick off in one of many salutes to The Queen that was organised by the Owls.

A short video of Her Majesty’s visit to Hillsborough back in 1954 was also played on the big screen ahead of the game, with members of the Armed Forces laying down a floral tribute in the centre circle before kick off.

All of the players, coaches and officials donned black armbands for the encounter, and there was also a physical shrine set up in the club’s reception area for those who wanted to pay their respects.