Lewes FC have begged fans to help raise £120,000 amid a desperate effort to avoid going bust.
The East Sussex side, which has been labelled 'woke' for providing equal pay for both genders, issued an urgent plea for financial support 'to keep the club running' as they struggle to maintain their ground.
Lewes, described as 'the world's first and only equal football club' are known for being the only side to pay their women the same as the men, having done so since 2017.
In a remarkable appeal, the community owned club admitted they had only 'just' survived last season but need extra cash to maintain their pitch at their stadium The Dripping Ground, pay utility bills develop the club's hospitality.