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Clubs thank fans for generosity
desire of all 42 Ladbrokes SPFL clubs and their fans to know, as soon as possible, of our plans for the league, but everyone recognises we are facing what is arguably the most challenging time in our sport’s history.”
SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell said: “The focus of the Scottish FA remains the public health, the emergency services and the health and safety of players, match officials, and staff across the game.
“Many thousands of fans are looking forward to the William Hill Scottish Cup semi-finals and the UEFA Nations League play-off against Israel.
“We expect to be in a position after tomorrow’s UEFA conference call, to make a further announcement.”
The Tunnock’s Caramel Wafer Cup final, due to be played between Inverness and Raith Rovers on Saturday, March 28, has been postponed.
KILMARNOCK director Cathy Jamieson has thanked generous supporters after the Killie Trust handed over £50,000 in funds.
Amid much financial uncertainty caused by the suspension of the SPFL due to coronavirus, the fans’ group voted 98 per cent in favour to bring forward the scheduled handover of £40,000 as part of the “Trust in Killie” scheme.
A further £10,000 has also been transferred to the club from the Trust. Jamieson said: “Everybody at Kilmarnock Football Club is extremely grateful for the work of The
Killie Trust. Over the weekend, we’ve seen a huge rise in the number of people joining the Trust and pledging regular subscriptions to “Trust in Killie”.
“This shows just how much the club means to Killie fans.
Even when there is no football on the immediate horizon, our supporters are stepping up and backing the team in these unprecedented times.
“At this point we don’t know when we will all be back together watching Killie but I know we all want to stay connected to the club in any way possible.
“In these difficult times, the club and the Killie Trust are looking at practical things that people can do to stay involved. We will continue to keep fans updated through all of our club channels as the coronavirus shutdown develops.”
Meanwhile, Partick Thistle have thanked their kindhearted fans who have offered to pay for tickets for postponed games and next term’s season tickets. With supporters of all clubs awaiting further direction from the Scottish FA and SPFL over what will happen to the rest of the campaign, Thistle chief executive Gerry Britton has already said that the club is facing at least a £150,000 black hole but the Maryhill outfit have been encouraged by their fans offering to ease the financial strain.
A club spokesperson said: “We’d like to sincerely thank all supporters who have been in touch offering to pay for tickets for postponed games and/or to purchase, in advance, season tickets for next season.
“While this is an everchanging situation we are working and planning for various scenarios at the moment and will update you as soon and as frequently as possible.”