Eastbourne Players to Refund Travelling Fans After 7–0 Rout as Owner Condemns Abuse

Overview

• Eastbourne Borough announced that players will cover the cost of match tickets for all away supporters at Torquay United.
• Owner and chairman Simon Leslie denounced what he called "vile and personal" online abuse directed at players and staff.
• Approximately 45 fans made the long trip, with the team four goals down by halftime before losing 7-0.
• The side remains near the bottom of National League South with two wins from 18 matches and a minus-18 goal difference.
• The gesture mirrors past top-flight examples and has prompted debate over the necessity of refunds at non-league level.