Shrimpers cancel Ipswich clash

06 July 2010 13:30
Southend's pre-season friendly against Ipswich on Friday at Roots Hall has been cancelled. The Shrimpers have only just returned for pre-season training under new manager Paul Sturrock, who was appointed as Steve Tilson's successor on Monday. Ipswich club secretary Sally Webb told Town's official website: "Paul spoke to Roy [Keane] and told him that unfortunately he wasn't in a position to put out a competitive team." Southend have confirmed that fans who had already bought tickets will be given a full refund.

Source: PA