Non-league side Ilkeston will let fans through the turnstiles for free on Saturday 'to give them something back' during the cost of living crisis
The Derbyshire club, who play in the seventh tier of English football in the Southern League Premier Division Central, have averaged crowds of more than 600 at their New Manor Ground this season.Former Northern Ireland international Ward, who has been player-manager at Ilkeston since September, said "we are happy to take the hit"."We want to look after our community and our fans who come through the door.
With Ilkeston situated about 10 miles from the homes of both Derby County and Premier League side Nottingham Forest, Ward hopes supporters from his former clubs will be among those who take up the offer this weekend. Forest are not in action again until after the World Cup in Qatar finishes in December, while League One side Derby are in FA Cup action on Sunday.
"It's always nice to go support your local non-league team," Ward said. "Hopefully, with the relationship I've had with both clubs, that can bring a few more of the Forest or Derby fans through."
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