Doncaster Rovers striker Billy Sharp has revealed that he has been "overwhelmed" by the level of support that he has received following the death of his two-day-old son.

Despite his loss, the 25-year-old started and scored during his side's 3-1 defeat to Middlesbrough at the Keepmoat Stadium last night.

Sharp was handed the captaincy by manager Dean Saunders and a minute's applause took place in memory of Louie Jacob Sharp.

"I am absolutely overwhelmed with the support from ppl allover the world has given to me tonite,I really can't thank u all enough. amazing," Sharp wrote on Twitter.

"To captain the side tonite was an honour and a pleasure, the minute applause I was crying meant so much to me thanks to both sets of fans.

"Again I just want to thank everyone who has shown me there sympathy and support, I'm gobsmacked."

Rovers boss Saunders paid tribute to Sharp earlier today.

Written by
Liam Apicella