A Liverpool fan could only speak two words to a steward who "saved" her from the horrific crushes at the Champions League final in Paris.
Anita Gillen, who held a season ticket for the club for more than 20 years, has told of the horror she experienced ahead of the match outside Stade de France at the end of May.
She was caught in a crush at the turnstiles and was pulled to safety by police before the gates shut.
The Liverpool Echo reports how she was on her own and felt "really vulnerable" before the events began and was "absolutely terrified" once the crush started.
The 55-year-old was pulled through the barriers and then embraced by a UEFA steward as she sobbed.
An image of Anita hugging the steward working on behalf of UEFA, was shared on BBC North West during the chaotic events.
She appealed to be put in contact with the English woman to express her thanks for "saving" her from the horrendous events.
After an extensive Twitter appeal and help from BBC journalist Roger Johnson, Anita has since met steward Brenda O'Rourke for the first time at Anfield.
Anita said: "I didn't know what to say - all I could say was thank you.
"I wasn't sure at first if she would be interested in meeting but I just wanted to send a card or some flowers.
"When she wanted to meet it was lovely and quite emotional. She remembered vividly what happened and all the people she helped.
"It helped her with the healing process as well knowing that the people she helped that night were okay.
"It was a positive outcome from such a negative experience. I was able to thank her for the kindness she showed me."
Anita said the experience of meeting Brenda and being back in a football stadium was a "cathartic experience".
The mum previously said she would never go to another away game in Europe.
She said: "I can't explain how bad it was - I've asked myself if I was naïve but I don't think I was.
"The whole situation was just overwhelming."
Anita is now looking forward to returning to the football and is "excited about the season starting again".
She said: "The result of the Senate report was a positive outcome. All the fans over there knew what happened so it was frustrating hearing the lies.
"The other stewards I met last night told me to come and find them when I'm next at Anfield.
"I'll give them a little shout and say hello knowing they're there makes me feel safe."
Recalling the night in Paris she added: "Brenda is a real credit to the club and they should all be so proud of her. I
"'ll never forget the kindness she showed me."
