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Rafa Benitez has shown his class by tracking down a female fan who suffered a nasty fall in his first game in charge at Leicester City.

United supporter Zoe Ellison had made a huge banner reading: “Rafa - welcome to the Toon Army - it’s Tyne to save us” ahead of the defeat at the King Power Stadium.

Soon after the game, Benitez told his staff to find out who had fallen over and invite them to his office to say a personal thank you for their support.

Zoe attended the ground today alongside her husband Darren.

Benitez said on his official website: “As most of you know, Zoe joined us at the Leicester match holding a big banner to welcome and support me.

“Unfortunately, she tripped and fell.

“She has fully recovered and today I was really happy to be able to meet her and say thank you.

“Zoe’s gesture has made me remember lots of good moments as a Premier League manager where so many fans has been supportive along the years.”

Benitez also heaped praise on the rest of Newcastle’s fans for his welcome so far.

He added: “I can have that amazing feeling again with the Newcastle fans that have warmly welcomed me and my staff and showing an unconditional support since my first day in Tyneside.

“Howay the Lads!”

Zoe left the training ground with a personalised signed shirt with her name on the back.