Chelsea
supporters have raised £600,000 for charities Refuge, NHS Charities Together
and Plan International from season ticket refunds.
With the remainder of the season being played behind closed doors,
supporters were given the option of using their refund towards next season's
season ticket, a full refund or donating to charity.
The club have revealed that hundreds of supporters opted for the latter,
raising significant money for the club's chosen charities.
Chelsea and owner Roman Abramovich will match supporter donations, bringing
the total to £1,200,000. The club have also donated the prize money from
winning the Women's Super League to Refuge.
Captain Cesar Azpilicueta said: "Our fans have once again shown that their
support for our communities is as strong as it is for the team.
"It has been a really tough time for everyone lately, so the whole club is
touched by the contributions made to Refuge, NHS Charities Together and Plan
International.
"We thank you, and hope to see you very soon."
Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck said: "We are hugely grateful to our supporters
for their incredible generosity and their continued support for all three
charities.
"The work of Refuge, NHS Charities Together and Plan International is of
great importance to the Chelsea community and beyond, and particularly at
this difficult time.
"For our supporters to have raised so much for others, as we all try to stay
safe, is a phenomenal gesture and I would like to say thank you on behalf of
everyone at the club."
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