A FOOTBALL club has had to issue an emergency plea for a referee to take charge of its prestigious first preseason friendly.

Crickhowell FC, whose first team play in Gwent County League Division Three, are due to host Gwent County League Premier Division side RTB Ebbw Vales at their Elvicta ground this Saturday, July 6.

But the club has issued a plea for a referee to come forward.

The club’s @CrickhowellFC Twitter account shared a message from player Lloyd Harris stating: "We have been let down for a ref this coming Saturday at home to @RTBEbbwValeFC. Anyone interested in referring the game in @CrickhowellFC. 2:30pm kick off? Match fee and travel."

Anyone able to take charge can contact Crickhowell FC through Twitter.