Local Man United and Liverpool fans square up for charity match

Event organiser Josh McCrory (left) and Colin McCaughern with Alison Murphy of Towers Tavern at last week's launch of a charity football match between Ballee Liverpool Supporters and Ballee Manchester United Supports which will be held at the Ballymena Showgrounds 3G Pitch on Friday 8th August to raise funds for the Association of Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus. INBT 32-177CS

So when supporters of the two English giants from within an area of Ballymena collide for a special charity match this week, expect fireworks!

Fans of the two clubs from within the Ballee area will show their skills in the fixture, at Ballymena Showgrounds 3G pitch on Friday, August 8 (8pm).

Last year’s inaugural event raised around £1,400 for Macmillan Cancer Relief.

In keeping with the two clubs’ respective seasons in real-life, it was the Liverpool fans who enjoyed the bragging rights last year after they won on penalties following a scoreless stalemate.

This year’s chosen charity is the Association of Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus (Ballymena Branch).

There is no admission charge, but a collection of voluntary donations will be taken up.

Everyone is also welcome to attend a post-match function in the Ballee Towers Tavern (10pm).

Organisers have thanked organisations who have provided sponsorship, including Pets at Home, DW Sports and Towers Tavern.