A ‘FRIENDLY’ football match had to be abandoned when trouble flared between the teams.

Bartestree Reserves were beating Holme Lacy Reserves 3-0 when the referee called the match off with around 30 minutes left to play.

The Hereford Times understands that no red cards were shown to any player from either side.

The two teams officially start their league season tomorrow and this week’s match had been organised to give the players match practice.