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Andy McGilvray

East Kilbride referee Bobby Madden tells football fans to stay at home in hilarious message

Scottish Football Association referee Bobby Madden has appealed for football fans to stay at home and help beat the coronavirus outbreak.

The East Kilbride whistler issued a video message to plead with people to do the right thing and keep social distancing if they have to go out - but only for essentials.

He said: "Here I am outside in the pouring rain to remind you all why, at this difficult time, we should stay inside. Believe it or not I really miss the constructive criticism that I receive from you all at the weekend and I would like to get back to that, and football, and normality as soon as possible.

"There are some key messages to remember, to help us do that. Stay at home, if you do need to go outside respect social distancing at all times.

"Hearts fans always contest that I can't measure 9.15 metres for a defensive wall, or 10 yards, but please, if you're outside, that's two metres, please remember and maintain that distance.

"You should only be outside if you are gong for essential work, shopping for necessities - and that does not mean a trolley full of toilet roll - if you are going for medication or to care for a vulnerable individual. Please remember these reasons and stay at home.

"I appreciate it is a difficult time but we need to work together to send off Covid-19. Please make the right decision, stay home, save lives."

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