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PICTURED: EFL pay tribute to John Motson at Wembley by placing his iconic sheepskin coat and microphone in his old commentary position ahead of the Carabao Cup final

The EFL paid a moving tribute to John Motson that paid great respect to the broadcasting legend ahead of the Carabao Cup final.

The Salford-born speaker, who became known as the voice of football for his commentary work for the BBC, died on Thursday at the age of 77.

At the home of English football at Wembley, a picture of Motson was placed overlooking the Wembley turf for the 2023 clash between Manchester United and Newcastle United.

There was also a microphone branded 'Motty', and a sheepskin coat, which became synonymous with the broadcasting legend.