Crawley manager John Yems has called for Leeds to donate their FA Cup prize money to his club following Sunday’s third-round clash. In-form Crawley, who are currently in Sky Bet League Two promotion contention, will also receive TV money from arguably the biggest game in their history. Yems insists keeping the club afloat is his main concern as lower-league sides across the country battle the harsh financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic. “I just hope Leeds donate their money back to us, which would be a very good gesture, so we can start paying for a few things,” said the 61-year-old. “But in the current climate, big clubs, it would be nice like they used to in the old days that some clubs might donate a little bit back to you.

Source: Express January 07, 2021 16:41 UTC