Bamber Bridge FC were set to make the journey home after a 0-0 draw with Scarborough Athletic on Saturday when their bus broke down, stranding them more than 130 miles from home. With no transportation in sight, they made the most of the situation by flagging down a tractor and hitching a ride to the nearest pub.
Coach broke down. Players, manager, coaches and supporters hitched a lift in farmers trailer to nearest pub. pic.twitter.com/cqBfpaA5ND
— Alan Bateson (@Alan_Bateson) August 13, 2016
Coach broken down?, no taxis for miles ? No problem, flag down a tractor and get to the pub ! pic.twitter.com/Me3fvhS67j
— Alan Bateson (@Alan_Bateson) August 14, 2016
The club finally got a replacement bus made it home to put an end to a long day, but at least they got some laughs, a few beers, and a good story out of it.
Long day yesterday @BamberBridgeFC away at @safc 10:30 start, passed midnight getting back. But without doubt the best away trip ever ⚽️👌
— Alan Bateson (@Alan_Bateson) August 14, 2016