Dublin football club left ‘shocked and disgusted’ following serious damage to pitch

The club said: ‘Unfortunately, last night’s senseless act is not an isolated incident’

A Dublin football club has been left ‘shocked and disgusted’ following serious damage to its nine-a-side pitch by vandals.

Cambridge FC, located in Ringsend, shared images of the senseless damage to the halfway line on the pitch. The damage, which appears to be caused by a fire, was condemned by the club.

They also said that the clubs importance is increasing as anti-social behaviour continues to rise in the capital. The club said this is not the first time such damage has happened.

Many locals took to social media to support the club and slammed the damage. Cambridge FC confirmed they will be reporting the incident to gardai and called on the community for further support.

The statement, in full, said: “We at Cambridge FC are shocked and disgusted at the mindless vandalism of our “9 a side” pitch which occurred late last night. We pride ourselves on the service we provide to the local community and surrounding areas in providing football for children from the age of 4 up to the age of 18. Last season we were privileged to add our “Football for All” teams to the club also to expand the service provided by the club.