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Forget Rangers and Celtic lockout - lower league clubs will be 'up s*** creek' without fans warns Albion Rovers chief
Albion Rovers chief reckons the lower leagues could be financially 'up s*** creek' if fans are not allowed back when the season kicks off. The first derby Old Firm derby of the campaign will take place on Saturday, October 17 - the same date that the Championship, League One and League Two are to begin.The SPFL fixture list gives Rangers and Celtic fans as much time as possible for the Scottish Government to green light crowds for the blockbuster clash.However, Rovers' director Colin Woodward insist it is even more crucial for the punters to be able to turnout for the lower leagues opening weekend.The Cliftonhill supremo believes that games without fans and the match day hospitality could be financially devastating for the Coatbridge