13 May 2008Exeter fan buys 3,336 play-off tickets

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Exeter City fan Neil Le Melliere won't be short of company when he watches his side compete in the play-off final at Wembley - he has bought 336 tickets for his friends and family.

Exeter's Express and Echo reported that it cost the Grecian supporter £10,579.50 to book the seats.

But he will get the money back - his action was just to save his loved ones and mates from making separate phone calls.

The block booking will also ensure that the party can all sit together; improving the atmosphere on the big day.

During last year's final, some supporters pointed out that that the atmosphere was muted as the 30,000 Exeter fans were spread out among the famous new stadium.

Kind-hearted Mr Le Melliere told the Express: "There are 50 people who missed the bus originally, so to speak, and I am now going to obtain tickets for them too.

The retired 54-year-old confided: "I suspect people will try and buy me a few drinks, but there is only so much I can drink and still be able to watch the game."

Exeter's players will be hoping that their biggest fan will allow himself a few sips of champagne after their game against Cambridge United on Sunday (May 18th).

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