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Zebras are in Brigg danger

ONE of the oldest clubs in the history of the game, Brigg Town, is in danger of folding.
The Zebras were formed in 1864 and are believed to be the oldest town club in continuous existence and to have played in black and white striped shirts longer than anyone else.
They won the FA Vase in1996 and in 2003, as well as reaching the first round proper of the FA Cup whilst a Step 5 club back in 2002. As recently as 2011 they were in the play-offs to go into Step 3.
Sadly, the club has been seriously mismanaged and is estimated to owe £145,000. I can confirm this as I am not just a supporte...

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