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How social media is helping fans fall in love with football again
Non-league football clubs are experiencing a massive surge in popularity, largely driven by creative use of social media and behind-the-scenes documentaries. Figures like Marc White, owner and manager of Dorking Wanderers, have embraced platforms like YouTube to showcase the raw, unfiltered reality of lower-tier sports. Rising ticket prices and costly television subscriptions for top-tier matches are also pushing disillusioned fans toward local clubs. Social media helps bridge the gap by connecting these communities with affordable, highly engaging local entertainment.