Old boys return to the scene of FC United’s first game

Source: Prestwich Advertiser

July 09, 2009

FC UNITED will welcome back a host of former favourites for their visit to the scene of their first ever league game.

The reds travel to face Leek CSOB at Harrison Park on Saturday, July 11. It is the scene of their debut in the North West Counties League’s second division back in August 2005.

Old boys Joz Mitten, Steve Spencer and Dave Brown will feature in the All Star team alongside players who have been at the club ever since that historic day, including Simon Carden and Dave Chadwick.

FC manager Karl Marginson said: "It’s been great fun getting in touch with old mates and I’ll add in a few of the current squad, especially those like Chaddy and Si Carden, who have been with us since that first season.

"Unfortunately, centre back Rob Nugent will miss out after giving me some excuse about still being on his honeymoon."

The game will kick-off at 3pm and on the gate admission will cost £5 for adults and £2.50 for concessions.

Meanwhile, FC will travel to South Korea next week to face fans-owned club Bucheon FC 1995. For further details visit the website: www.fc-utd.co.uk.