One particular Tottenham fan goes to desperate lengths in order to try and watch FA Cup game at Marine with no fans allowed in the ground.
It was back in November that the nation was left loving an extraordinary draw in Marine being drawn at home to Jose Mourinho’s side
There were some thoughts that the Northern Premier League Division One North West could have to play their fixture at Liverpool or Tranmere, however you can forget all about that because it’s coming to the non league minnows.
Excitement heavily builds as we approach closer to 10th of January 2021, with the tie set for broadcast on BBC.
And it was on New Years Eve Eve that fans discovered that Marine couldn’t have fans inside the stadium with the region going onto tier 3.
Before then however, it was made clear that only 500 spectators could enter through the turnstiles for the fixture.
One Tottenham fan goes to desperate lengths to try watch FA Cup game at Marine by giving a letter to residents overlooking the ground.
👀🤣 what would you do for a @SpursOfficial @EmiratesFACup ticket? Funniest answer gets a shout-out! #COYM In partnership with https://t.co/3AVFU6xADJ https://t.co/V8HEKvYsFk
— Marine Football Club (@MarineAFC) December 18, 2020
A letter was sent to neighbours who back on to Marine’s stadium desperate to watch the FA Cup tie.
It reads: “Dear Sir/Madam, as you may be aware, Marine play Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday the 10th of January, which means you’ll have a great vantage point from your house.
“This horrible, expletive terrible year has been tough on us all, and I hope you’re doing it fine. Like many people, I am missing people, I am missing normal life, and nothing more so than missing the football. I’m living in Liverpool, but a regular, natch going Spurs fan, and would give anything to see my team in the flesh.
“Here’s what I have in mind: I can give you £50, plus match a donation to the club and a charity of your choice, bring you a box of beer and bottle of wine, run errands for you, anything – if you would permit me to watch the match from your house.
“I will take COVID tests beforehand, and wear a mask whilst walking through your property if you so desire. Basically, I will do anything for a glimpse of the game, should you be willing to accommodate me.
“I hope I haven’t been too intrusive, and that we can all get back to normal soon. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and all that. If you’re interested in this proposal, please let me know. Regards, Tom.”
What can you say to that ay?! Imagine getting that through the letterbox.
With no fans allowed at Marine, the club wrote: “Following today’s Government announcement moving the Liverpool City Region in to Tier 3, the club have had confirmation that the Emirates FA Cup Third Round tie v Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday 10th January (5pm) will be behind closed doors.
“This is a huge disappointment for all involved with the club but safety must always be paramount.
“A further announcement will be made as soon as possible regarding refunds for tickets already purchased.”
Ready for that special game, Marine are now selling something that tends to be a very controversial buy on matchdays and cup ties and that is the half-and-half scarf.
However for some reason, it feels right that the club are doing this. Not only will this continue to raise much needed cash for them, but it’s also a brilliant piece of souvenir for that occasion.
Take a look at it for yourself below – and you can purchase by clicking HERE…
We are pleased to announce the launch of a specially designed scarf for the @EmiratesFACup @SpursOfficial game with the support of retailer and former player George Davies! Scarves are £12 + £3 P&P and can be purchased from https://t.co/75tZdvwrhD or at the MTA. #COYM pic.twitter.com/3JCIXiQdhN
— Marine Football Club (@MarineAFC) December 17, 2020
Marine are also offering Spurs season ticket holders free entry in the 2021/22 season to create a lasting bond between the two sides.
Fans couldn’t help but react as the Tottenham fan goes to desperate lengths to try watch FA Cup game at Marine…
@adamluke22: I’ll get Bayleigh Passant’s face tattooed on my back if you give me one
@danny_tumman: I’d get a tattoo of Harry Kane in a marine football shirt with a speech bubble and him saying come on you marines
@THFC_willo: I’d get the marine badge tattooed down my back.
@JackFer01234: Wear a blindfold. So I didn’t have to watch 2 teams of such a Low quality but good luck to marine
@Alan_James_H: I will stand naked on Crosby beach for a whole day!
@hoost35: Tom can do one
@JtFquiznight: Welcome to watch in my house! We can view the match on telly. good luck Tom
@RCDC1987: Name your price Tom!
@NickfromEnfield: Jesus christ he needs a doctor
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