Sky Bet Championship: Millwall to honour war heroes with commemorative kit
Friday 17 October 2014 13:10, UK
Millwall will face Brentford at The New Den on November 8 wearing a special commemorative kit in honour of the servicemen and women.
With commemorative events and gestures marking the 100th anniversary of the start of The Great War throughout the year, the south London club have designed the strip in remembrance of those who gave their lives in conflict and in support of the Headley Court Military Rehabilitation Centre.
A statement on the Lions' website said: "In 1914, millions of men and women gave up their daily lives to save a nation. Football clubs across the country had players volunteer for active service, many of whom never returned.
"Millwall Football Club will be encouraging fans to remember those who fought in the Great War.
"On Saturday 8th November, for Millwall's home match against Brentford, a special commemorative kit will be worn by the players in remembrance of these courageous servicemen and women and in support of Headley Court Military Rehabilitation Centre.
"The commemorative shirt will be available to fans at £50 for adults and £40 for juniors. Proceeds from all sales will be donated to the Headley Court Benevolent Fund."
The match with Brentford was selected for its close proximity to the November 11 armistice and will be among a number of tributes from the Football League in honour of fallen servicemen and women.
