Both the England Senior and England U21 sides are in action this evening and both sets of players will wear black armbands as a mark of respect for Keith Alexander.

England take on Egypt in their preparations for the 2010 World Cup at Wembley this evening whilst the Under 21s kick off against Greece at six.

Macclesfield Town chairman Mike Rance said: "We're all humbled by this as it shows just how well respected Keith was both in football and as a man. To be given a mark of respect like this is a real honour and we would like to thank the England side for their thoughts."

The McIlroy Suite will be open this evening for fans who wish to watch the game with other Macclesfield Town supporters, and there will also be a book of condolence open in the Suite, which will be given to the family.