Darren Moore delighted with show of support for Doncaster Rovers ahead of FA Cup tie

Rovers launched a virtual ticket scheme for the game with the title ‘I wasn’t there but I would have been’ in a bid to help supporters feel a part of the day despite not being able to due to the restrictions of the Covid-19 pandemic.

And the response has been strong with more than 850 sold so far.

Moore says the support, both emotionally and financially in a tough time for everyone, has been gratefully received.

“It shows the cohesion we’ve got with the supporters,” he said.

“It’s the many different projects the club has done in reaching out to the community over this last year in times of need.

“Fans to the club and the club to fans, everyone is playing their part and there is a real togetherness to work through these hard times.

“It’s great to hear that and it’s really pleasing to hear the fans are showing their support at this time. It’s a great effort.

“It’s a personal thank you to them all for the support this season because it’s gratefully received.

“We know the Rovers fans are right behind the team and the club.

“We’re very grateful and we know we carry that responsibility for the community.

“The messages and the feedback from the fans that have come in this season, we’re grateful for.

“We’ll keep going and putting the hard work in.”

Rovers have extended the deadline for the virtual ticket scheme until 3pm on Saturday.

The package costs £10 and includes a commemorative virtual ticket and a pennant; a away match programme both as a physical and digital copy with your name included in the physical version; entry into a draw to win a Rovers FA Cup shirt or West Ham home and away shirts signed by both squads.

Rovers chairman David Blunt has bought packages for his family.

He said: “I’m sure the Rovers fans would have travelled in their thousands, this gives them the chance to feel a part of what is a wonderful occasion for the football club.”

To purchase the package visit the Rovers official website or call (01302) 762576.

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