FA CUP games were played across the country last week thanks to the initiative of many non-League clubs. Football finds a way to continue even as some aspects of its existence are being threatened more than ever.
The Morning Star was lucky enough to attend the two City of Liverpool FC (COLFC) games organised in compliance with the latest official guidance from the FA and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport over the return of spectators to football.
Despite the success of these games in paving the way for the safe return of fans, there were still doubts and a lack of clarity and understanding from the authorities ahead of the FA Cup first qualifying round game against Morpeth Town on Tuesday night.
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