Scots footie club's future in doubt as 'reckless' thugs drive over pitch in vandalism spree

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The future of an amateur Scots football club is in jeopardy after vandals caused thousands of pounds worth of damage by driving over the pitch and ripping up the surface.Ratho Athletic will now have to play home games elsewhere until at least next summer.Player Ryan Neilson, 28, said everyone involved with the tight-knit club has been left devastated at the wrecking spree.“Our home ground is more than just a place where we play our matches; it’s the heart of our community”, he said.“The club has more than 30 years of history and the pitch is in a park used by families, dog walkers and local children.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. “Just after midnight on Sunday, someone has driven across the field tearing up the surface from goalmouth to goalmouth, leaving it completely unplayable.“It’s been destroyed.“The damage has not only forced us to move all our home games away from Ratho but has also placed significant financial strain on the club.“As a grassroots team, the cost of