Anybody want to play for Gretna?

Things just keep getting worse for the SPL’s bottom side. First, their millionaire owner took ill, forcing paychecks to go unpaid. Then, they were forced into administration, dooming what little chance they had of staying up in Scotland’s top flight. Now, it’s not even certain whether or not Gretna FC will be able to field a side on Saturday against Aberdeen, because only 10 players have committed to taking the pitch. Administration has led to a question of whether Gretna’s remaining players will be paid, and if so, when, and it seems that several of them are just unwilling to take the field.

One can’t blame these guys for wanting to get paid for their jobs, but I do sincerely hope Gretna can finish out the season. They’ve had a great rise through the Scottish League system, and though I was always rooting against them for survival in the SPL, I hate to see everything fall apart like this. To add insult to injury, apparently someone broke into the team’s home park and stole boots and other equipment. Bad form to the thieves … way to kick them when they’re down.

Category: Gretna

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