Billy Sharp "overwhelmed" by support

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.