West Ham fan Chis Knoll, better known as 'Knollsy,' appeared emotional in a new viral video in which supporters chanted his name following his clash with Dutch ultras.
The 58-year-old was widely praised for putting himself in harm's way for helping to protect the families of the club's players after Thursday's Europa Conference League victory over AZ Alkmaar.
Knoll refused to allow hooded thugs to reach the seating area where the players' partners and children were seated as he single-handedly fought off Dutch ultras.
The supporter who was dubbed the 'Angel of Alkmaar' received a standing ovation as he attended the Hammers' 3-1 victory over Leeds on Sunday - sporting a massive black eye.