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Mayor of Mid and East Antrim host Malmo FF ahead of game with Ballymena United

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council have hosted a reception for Malmo Football Club delegates ahead of their game with Ballymena United Football Club (BUFC).

The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Maureen Morrow hosted Thursday afternoon’s reception.

She said: “We were delighted to welcome representatives from both clubs to the Braid ahead of their game. 

"This was a lovely way to formally welcome our guests, Malmo FF, to our Borough who is also known as the ‘Sky Blues’ in Sweden. 

"I hope that they enjoy all that Mid and East Antrim has to offer during their stay.”

Ballymena United will host Swedish side Malmo FF at the Ballymena Showgrounds this evening, Thursday 18 July in the 2nd leg of the UEFA Europa League 1st Qualifying Round.

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Aisling Maguire

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