FOOTBALL: SOUTHEND United supporters are being asked to fall into line next month in support of the Armed Forces.

Southend’s match against Torquay United on Saturday, September 4 has been designated as Camouflage Day.

Boss Sturrock is ordering the blue army to come to the game dressed in their best camouflage uniforms to show their support for serving personnel and get behind the themed event.

“We all applaud the work that the armed services are doing at home and abroad,” said Sturrock. “It is not just about them but also about the families and the communities they live in who are all affected.

“This is an opportunity for the football club and its fans to show its support.

“We hope that the people of Southend will turn-out on mass to support Camouflage Day and get right behind the team.”

As part of the day, a family of four (two adults and two children) can enjoy the match for just £20 in the family enclosure.

Those taking advantage of the special promotion can also avoid the queues by having the match tickets sent as tickets-by-text direct to their mobile phones.

Taking place on the day will be a whole host of military-themed activities including a combat display on the Roots Hall pitch, a special Blue Belles army dance, face painting, themed matchday music.

The fixture will also include a collection by Help for Heroes charity outside Roots Hall.

Corporal Robert Moore, from the First Battalion Royal Anglian Regiment, will meet Blues’ first team squad to discuss his experiences while serving in Afghanistan.

For details, contact the club 08444 70077.