All games in the EFL are kicking off a minute later than usual this weekend as part of a bid to raise awareness for the British Heart Foundation’s Every Minute Matters campaign.

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That stresses the importance of acting quickly when it comes to administering potentially life-saving CPR, and people knowing how to do it.

The EFL said that the delayed kick-off times will act as ‘a stark reminder that every minute matters.’

Every Minute Matters ambassador Tom Lockyer, who collapsed on the pitch while playing for Luton and was saved by CPR, said: “It’s incredible to see the line-up of legends and players getting behind the campaign this Heart Month.

“My hope is that we’re just getting started. I’m calling on every fan across the nation – from celebrities, to managers, to grassroots players, footie fans and family members of fans – to get out there and show your heart.

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“Post on social media with your heart hands and most importantly get on to the RevivR website to learn CPR in just 15 minutes.

“This campaign really is building an army of lifesavers, with every single EFL club united in action to raise awareness of cardiac arrest.

“I simply wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for the people who acted fast and stepped up to perform CPR.

“Learning this lifesaving skill is one of the simplest but most powerful ways you can show your heart – because when someone collapses, what you do next can save their life.”