The injury case could have ramifications on semi-professional football clubsFootballer Reece Welsh has won more than £150,000 in a landmark injury claim case that could lead to more football players claiming damages for getting injured. Ossett Town are liable for damages and prosecution costs, which run to a total of £135,000. Welsh, who was sidelined with the injury kept Welsh out for 13 months, sued Akeroyd's employers at the time, Ossett Town, for loss of earnings. While defence costs are covered by Ossett Town's league insurance, the payout is not covered. Ossett Town exist in name only as they merged with Ossett Albion last year to form Ossett United, but the company does still own the Ingfield ground where the injury took place.

Source: Sky sports November 12, 2019 06:01 UTC