Amid rising costs, packed calendars and a game that is increasingly consumed through screens, non-league day is a timely reminder of the value of football as a live, local and shared experience, reconnecting supporters with the community, accessibility and authenticity that still sit at the heart of the sport.
LIVESCORE'S FAN SURVEY SHOWS non-league CAN BRING FANS CLOSER TO THE GAME
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The headline findings show that non-league's appeal goes well beyond affordability, with atmosphere, community, social connection and being close to the action standing out as some of the biggest reasons fans value the matchday experience.
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Commissioned by LiveScore, the non-league Fan Survey gathered the views of more than 2,000 non-league fans in March 2026, capturing perspectives from professional club fans, non-league supporters and those who follow both.
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As part of its mission to Fuel Fans' Passion for Sport, LiveScore will use the findings to spotlight the role non-league clubs play in sustaining the spirit, accessibility and community at the heart of football.
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LiveScore's non-league Fan Survey can be read in full here. Please note it may take up to 10 seconds to load.
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For more than two decades it has been an essential part of the match-day experience for football fans, the hero LiveScore app delivers world-class content and editorial alongside the fastest and most reliable updates on the matches that matter to them.
The latest edition of the app features lightning-fast notifications, aggregated and curated news feeds and even post-match highlights of English Premier League matches. Player profile and rich team stats contribute to a further enhanced offering, in addition to live highlights as part of a seamless user experience.
For more information and a physical copy of the report, please contact press@livescoregroup.com
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