Shrewsbury Town fans double charity target in memory of Alf Wood
Shrewsbury Town fans have doubled their charity fundraising target in support of former striker Alf Wood after smashing through their original aim.
Members of the Blue and Amber Fanzine are now aiming to raise £976 for Dementia UK after learning the club legend was suffering from the condition. The figure represents £2 for every professional game Alf played.
Campaigners had originally wanted to reach the target of £488, £1 for each of his professional games.
But in less than a week, they have already managed to reach £636.50 in donations.
It was revealed by Alf's wife Joan last week that the 68-year-old grandfather has moved into a care home, can now barely speak and has no recollection of his playing career. The striker is the fourth all-time highest league scorer for the club, with 64 goals.
To donate to the appeal visit www.virginmoneygiving.com/alfwoodthanks
