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Recently, the non-league football community has been buzzing with rumors of Boyzone appearing at a Chorley FC game. With this in mind, let’s delve into the veracity of these claims and explore other intriguing rumors surrounding the club, offering a closer look at the intersection of pop culture and local football scenes.
Who Are Boyzone?
Boyzone, an Irish pop band that competed with Westlife in the 90s, was formed in 1993 by talent manager Louis Walsh with the ambition of creating the next music sensation.
The band started performing in clubs and pubs across Ireland and made a significant breakthrough by signing with Polydor Records in 2004. Their release, “Working My Way Back To You,” climbed to Number 3 on the Irish Charts. Their momentum continued with the single “Love Me For A Reason,” which made its mark on the British Charts.
As their popularity soared, Boyzone built a large fanbase across Europe, releasing nine compilation albums and six studio albums over the years. They achieved six UK No. 1 singles and nine Ireland No. 1 singles, with several albums topping the UK Charts. Boyzone went on a five-year break in 1999 before the band split in 2018. Falmouth Town and Maidstone might have made the headlines recently, but Boyzone are looking to use their stardom to put another non-league club on the map.
What is the Partnership between Boyzone and Chorley FC?
Chorley FC, a team in the National League North, is in talks with the former pop group Boyzone. The Irish band plans to become shareholders and publicly represent the club.
Chorley FC is keen to replicate the trend of celebrities getting involved with football clubs, as seen with Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds at Wrexham, by inviting Boyzone to join their ranks as shareholders.
During the negotiation phase, Tom Clarke, Chorley FC’s Chief Operating Officer, mentioned that Shane, a member of Boyzone, had attended several of the club’s games. Shane’s enthusiasm for the matches sparked discussions about the band making an appearance at an upcoming game.
It has now been confirmed that the following Boyzone members will be attending the forthcoming home game against Solihull Moors:
- Ronan Keating
- Keith Duffy
- Shane Lynch
In addition to Boyzone, Brian McFadden from Westlife will also be present. This gathering of celebrities at the game is set to create significant media attention. The appearance of Boyzone promises to infuse the event with a joyful atmosphere, celebrating the union of music and football.
Conclusion
Although we’re waiting to see if the members of Boyzone eventually become shareholders or the public face of Chorley FC, the potential partnership is exciting news. This collaboration could unite football fans and pop music enthusiasts, significantly boosting the club’s following. The buzz from these discussions alone has already attracted new fans to Chorley FC. Boyzone’s appearance at this weekend’s game is guaranteed regardless of how the negotiations turn out.
