A SPECIAL tribute game is to be played in memory of a local businessman who died suddenly.

Danny O'Brien, from Rainford, was a top class Rugby Union player and an accomplished trahtlete.

He represented Lancashire and scored in a championship final against Cornwall.

His three former clubs, Liverpool St Helens, Orrell and St Edwards OB, are to face a Lancashire select squad at Moss Lane this Sunday (3pm).

Pre-match entertainment will be provided by a under 13s game which starts at 2pm.

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