Almost 900 people have signed a petition set up by a Harrogate Town fan that calls on the FA to move a Wembley cup final appearance so fans can attend.
The FA announced last season’s postponed FA Trophy final between the club and Concord Rangers will take place behind closed doors at Wembley on May 3.
But for Philip Holdsworth, who set up the petition, this has led to “heartwrenching disappointment” for fans as the government says supporters can return to stadiums from May 17 — just two weeks later.
Hebburn vs Consett in the FA Vase final will also take at Wembley on May 3 which promoted Labour MP for Jarrow, Kate Osbourne, to raise the issue in the House of Commons.
Several Harrogate Town fans have now contacted Conservative Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Andrew Jones in the hopes he will support their cause.
Town supporter Jordan Ford said he hopes the petition will influence the FA to move the fixture:
“If we didn’t try then nothing would change. We’re getting our voices across and doing all we can.”
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The FA previously said the game would be rearranged when fans can return. Town fan Rob Nixon said long-suffering supporters should be rewarded for their patience.
“After missing out on Wembley last year, we had a lot of good faith in the FA after they suggested a final we could attend this season. I think it’s only fair they honour this and reward the fans for our patience.”
You can sign the petition here.
