Football fans in Falkirk spectate at game for first time since since lockdown started

Football fans in Forth Valley were finally able to attend their first game in over one year today.

By Allan Crow

Published 5th Jun 2021, 17:09 GMT

Updated 5th Jun 2021, 17:20 GMT

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The long wait finally ended when the gates opened for the junior game between Dunipace and Sauchie.

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Fans back at a football game in Falkirk for the first time since March 2020 (Pic: Michael Gillen)

Fans back at a football game in Falkirk for the first time since March 2020 (Pic: Michael Gillen)

Falkirk’s move to Level-1 restrictions meant up to 250 fans could be allowed pitch side for the very first time since March 2020 when the pandemic impacted.

Some restrictions still applied - fans had to register their attendance and pay their donated entry fee contactless.

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