A number of Irish League stars past and present will don their boots this weekend in memory of two Belfast football legends.
A special charity match has been arranged in tribute to former Willowbank FC player James Moore and late club chairman George McCabe.
Ex-player and youth coach James died suddenly back in July 2017, his death sending shockwaves throughout the community.
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Legendary Willowbank chairman George died in December 2021, leaving behind a legacy felt both on and off the pitch following a 40-year association with the Amateur League club.
This weekend's memorial game will take place on Saturday, May 27 at Coláiste Feirste in West Belfast (12pm kick-off).
"It is the Jamesy Moore and George McCabe Memorial game and we have some great players who will play on the day," said former Willowbank captain Eamonn Hughes.
"Some of the names taking place include Barry Johnston, George McMullan, Chris Ramsey, Ryan Catney, Aaron Traynor, Joe Gormley, Tomas Cosgrove, Danny Wallace, Conal McGrandless, Decky Breen.
"We also have Gary Donnelly, Jim O'Hanlon, Fra McCaffrey, Eamon Scannell, Chris Crane, Stevie O'Neill, Dermot McVeigh, Fra Brennan, Robbie McVarnock, Niall Quinn, Bru McCaul and close friend Jude Winchester.
"There are a few others who would take part but we have plenty confirmed. Fair play to all of them for giving up a couple of hours and supporting this event.
"I am sure some of the current players would just want to take a complete break from football. They don't get much time off these days."
Eamonn added: "Jamesy and Geordie were Willowbank through and through and are sorely missed to this day.
"Jamesy was a brilliant fella, everyone is still coming to terms with his death even though it was six years ago.
"Geordie was just the lifeblood of Willowbank. The word legend gets bandied about too easily, but those two lads deserve to be called just that."
It is hoped to raise some money for the Sands charity during Saturday's game, as Eamonn explained: "There will be a couple of bucket collections on the day, and proceeds will go to the Sands charity, which works to support anyone affected by the death of a baby.
"The lads who play usually throw in some money as well. Last year we raised just over £1,000 so hopefully we can do something similar this time."
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