A Belfast football club is calling for community support after an arson attack on their ground.
Hammer Playing Fields, the ground for Shankill United FC, was targeted on Friday, April 19.
Chairs were destroyed when thugs set fire to the ground.
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In a statement, the committee for Shankill United FC said: "It’s with great regret that we have to do this. Sometime today. Between afternoon and early evening. A person/persons thought it would be a great idea to set fire to our ground. The Hammer.
"This ground is used by football clubs, youth groups, schools. Men, women and children from all ages have use of this facility. It's for this community. It would be much appreciated if it was looked after. Anyone with any info could they please contact a committee member from the club. Thank you."
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