We’re all familiar with the image: disgruntled supporters massed on the pitch, chanting ‘Sack the board’. But what happens when the fans become the board?

Cork City FC intends to appeal the decision not to award the club a licence to compete in the Premier Division, the club said in a statement this lunchtime.

The consortium which failed in its bid to take over Cork City FC after the FAI last night refused to grant the club a Premier Division licence today said it was “angry and frustrated” by what had happened.

AN army of supporters is aiming to keep Cork City in the premier league next season.