TOM LOCKYER was decreased to tears as he applauded Luton followers on his emotional return to Kenilworth Street.
The Hatters' skipper has been absent from matches since struggling a cardiac arrest through the Premier League match at Bournemouth on December 16.
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The conflict was deserted because the Welsh defender was rushed to hospital.
Lockyer - who additionally collapsed throughout final season's Championship play-off closing at Wembley - was discharged earlier than Christmas to proceed his restoration at dwelling.
However though he stays sidelined, tonight he was again at Luton's dwelling floor to observe his team-mates tackle Brighton within the Premier League.
The 29-year-old wore a maroon coat, brown hoody and black beanie hat as he obtained a hero's welcome by his adoring supporters.
Lockyer walked across the pitch and clapped these within the stands earlier than kick-off.
He soaked within the sensible standing ovation because the Hatters and even travelling Brighton followers belted out his chant on repeat.
An enormous, orange banner was displayed within the Kenilworth Stand whereas Lockyer's beloved Foo Fighters have been blared out on the PA system earlier than he walked out.
Then simply 18 seconds into the sport, Lockyer and the Luton supporters have been delighted to see Elijah Adebayo head in.
Extremely, it was 2-0 on three minutes when Chiedozie Ogbene slid into an unguarded web.
Lockyer has not been allowed to renew taking part in soccer simply but after the surprising medical ordeal six weeks in the past.
Nevertheless, he did go to the Luton coaching floor on Monday to be reunited along with his fellow gamers in addition to varied membership employees.
Lockyer was filmed hugging stars within the dressing room and obtained a beautiful reception as he entered the crew assembly.
He then headed out on to the pitches to observe coaching up shut.
Lockyer appeared in good spirits all through his go to, together with throughout his chat with boss Rob Edwards, and mentioned: "I've actually loved coming in and seeing all of the lads. I have not seen them since that occurred [at Bournemouth].
"It's really nice to see them all and be back in the building. "All of the lads have been wonderful.
"Carlton has been up to the house but it was lovely to see him again today."
Lockyer added: "I've bought a few Harry Potter jigsaws however Lego is my favorite.
"Something to maintain me busy. Being so lively for all my life to then be informed you possibly can't do something has been fairly troublesome.
"I'm a bit of a handyman now so if you need a wonky shelf or a wonky picture frame I'm your man."
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