Chorley apologise for tweet which angered the fans of FA Cup opponents Wolves

Chorley have issued an apology to Wolves fans over a tweet which has caused anger.
By Craig Salmon
Published 19th Jan 2021, 13:06 BST
Updated 19th Jan 2021, 13:10 BST
Chorley celebrate beating Wigan in the first round of the FA Cup. They have also beaten Peterborough and DerbyChorley celebrate beating Wigan in the first round of the FA Cup. They have also beaten Peterborough and Derby
Chorley celebrate beating Wigan in the first round of the FA Cup. They have also beaten Peterborough and Derby

The Magpies take on Nuno Espírito Santo's men in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Friday night.

In a bid to raise extra money during the Covid-19 pandemic, Chorley are inviting both sets of supporters to purchase virtual tickets for the clash at Victory Park, which is being screened live on BTSport.

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However, Wolves fans are threatening to boycott the virtual tickets idea after a tweet from Chorley’s official Twitter account sparked fury.

After Wolves had lost 3-2 to West Bromwich Albion, Chorley tweeted the Baggies saying: “Let’s hope for the same celebrations in the FA Cup on Friday night. Last non-league team in the cup, against your local rivals, who are you going to support?”

In response to an Albion fan, Chorley added: “If you and the rest of the Baggies fans get behind us and help us with the virtual tickets I will get all the lads to boing boing.”

Chorley have issued an apology. A statement said: “It has been brought to our attention a Tweet sent from our account about Virtual Tickets has inadvertently angered many Wolves fans.

“The tweet has been deleted and we unreservedly apologise."

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