Danny Wallace, the ex-Southampton, Birmingham City, Manchester United and England midfielder, has been appointed as an ambassador for the National Association of Disabled Supporters (NADS).
At the end of July, he was presented with a commemorative plaque by the Chief Executive of the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA), Gordon Taylor, to mark the occasion.
The continuing role in football of many ex-players is recognised and highlighted by the PFA, who also work closely with supporters groups and are delighted that Danny has taken on the mantle of NADS ambassador.
NADS was established in 1998 and is the only national registered charity representing all disabled football supporters.
NADS represents the views, issues and concerns of disabled football supporters to football and government authorities and provides independent advice on disability issues as they affect the football community.
"We were so pleased that Danny agreed to be an ambassador," said Joyce Cook, Chair of NADS.
"Danny is affected by Multiple Sclerosis which brought an early end to a glittering career. We feel it is important for our members to be able to identify with such a high profile ex-player who can understand the difficulties that disabled people can encounter."
Danny - whose real name is actually David - appeared for England in 1986, scoring against Egypt in a 4-0 friendly victory. He also won The FA Cup with Manchester United in 1990.
NADS is recognised as the representative and co-ordinating body of all disabled football supporters and their carers/advocates.
It is estimated that 30,000 disabled fans regularly attend football matches in England and the success of the disabled branch of englandfans shows that this passion naturally extends to the national team.
For further information on NADS, please contact Joyce Cook on 07515 118 880 or Vice Chair, Jamie Polk on 07816 176 279.
