YOUNG football supporters are being offered free tickets for the UEFA European under-16 championships.

The semi-final game will take place on Thursday, May 3, and school parties and junior teams are invited to apply for free tickets for the game.

The England team features Middlesbrough players David Murphy and Jamie Cade, who will be playing at their home ground, The Riverside.

Middlesbrough FC spokes-man Dave Allan said: "This is a great opportunity for our supporters to see youth football at its very best."

Anyone interested should call (01642) 877700