I FEEL a lot of sympathy for Brian Kidd with his pride and passion for football.

What a pity it was not displayed on the pitch by his 11 players who in my opinion must take a lot of the blame for his sacking.

Football - do they know what that word is - they should have a word with Ronnie Clayton and Bryan Douglas about their glory years. Today's team receive their wage packages but can they claim a fair day's work for a fair day's pay - not likely.

JOAN ASHTON (Mrs), Walmsley Street, Darwen.

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