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- Everton unveiled a 'talking bench' at their new stadium in memory of Gary Speed, a Welsh footballer and manager who died by suicide in 2011, to address mental health.
- Carol Speed, Gary Speed's mother, laid flowers at the bench before the Everton–Newcastle match.
- David Wycherley of the Everton Fans' Forum emphasized checking in on one another.
- Trained mental health staff will be present on matchdays to offer support.
