Essendon Football Club coach Mark Thompson has thanked fans for their ongoing support of the club.
Thompson called on fans to get behind the club ahead of their clash against Melbourne at the MCG on Sunday afternoon.
In a special message to supporters, the Bombers’ coach urged fans to paint the MCG red and black against the Demons.
“We are working hard and we want you to back our boys,” Thompson said.
“Keep with us and stay loyal.”
“Turn up to game especially this week against Melbourne and keep supporting us.”
“We love what you have done and now is a critical time to join the fight to get the Bombers back to where they should be.”
Fans are encouraged to tweet their messages of support for the players using #BackOurBoys or in the comments section below.
We as a Charity Partner: support @EssendonFC & the welfare of the players in what is a difficult situation.
— Bully Zero Australia (@BullyZeroOz) June 13, 2014@EssendonFC let's hope the MCG is packed with Essendon fans, to show our support to the players.
— Diane trask (@mcva10) June 12, 2014@EssendonFC let's hope the MCG is packed with Essendon fans, to show our support to the players.
— Diane trask (@mcva10) June 12, 2014@EssendonFC all supporters get behind the boys this Sunday. My son and I will be making the trip from wodonga. #donthesash
— simon cutler (@cutsywutsy) June 12, 2014
