Hospice partners with Stalybridge Celtic for exciting legends match

We are delighted that a football match with a difference this weekend will be dedicated to supporting Willow Wood Hospice.

Spectators will be able to take a trip down memory lane as they enjoy watching players of yesteryear from both Stalybridge Celtic and Manchester United.

It also offers a rare opportunity for younger fans to see a glimpse of the former United players who boast extensive trophy-winning and international experience from their careers.

The likes of Wes Brown, Phil Bardsley, Russell Beardsmore, David May, Luke Chadwick and Keith Gillespie will be gracing the turf wearing the famous United shirt.

For Celtic – coached on the day by legendary former Stalybridge boss Phil Wilson – among those returning to familiar territory will be Karl Marginson, Tony Sullivan, Matty McNeil, Dominic Crookes and Mark Burrell.

The ‘legends’ game is at Stalybridge’s Bower Fold ground, off Mottram Road (postcode SK15 2RT), on Sunday 6th October, with kick-off at 2pm.

Whilst taking in the footy, you can also make a difference to patients with life-limiting illnesses across Tameside and Glossop who need our expert care.

There will be an information stall where you can find out more about the Hospice’s vital work and buckets for which any cash donations, however small, will be gratefully received.

Keep an eye out for our popular mascot, Woody, who may also put in an appearance – weather permitting (like most of us, he doesn’t like rain!)

Joanne Lees, Partnership Development Lead at Willow Wood Hospice, said: “We are thrilled to link up with Stalybridge Celtic and appreciate the club’s ongoing support.

“Football clubs are embedded within the fabric of our community. This weekend’s exciting game is a fantastic opportunity for us to help raise awareness of the many services the Hospice provides and that the generosity of the public is vital for us to keep running.

“We hope as many people as possible can attend on Sunday and that we can continue our partnership with the brilliant team at Stalybridge Celtic moving forward.”

Stalybridge Celtic’s Commercial Director Steve Dewsnip added: “The team at Willow Wood Hospice do a fantastic job and have touched the lives of so many people throughout Tameside in a positive way over the last 25 years.

“By bringing exciting events such as the Legends game this coming weekend to Tameside, we are trying to do exactly the same and so it made perfect sense to invite Willow Wood to be our charity partner for this game.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Willow Wood and look forward to collaborating on further community initiatives in the future.”

Tickets for the match are in demand but still available to buy online at https://www.stalyceltictickets.co.uk/event/stalybridge-celtic-legends-xi-vs-manchester-unit-5iw14p

The Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Manchester United will also be screened in Stalybridge Celtic’s matchday supporters bar in Grays Now.