Will Isle of Man make history at the Bowl today?

Saturday, 28 April 2012 01:00

History is set to be made at the Bowl today when the Isle of Man go head to head with Jersey in the FA Inter-League Cup final.

The recently completed Bowl stadium will be packed to its 3000 plus capacity, with all eyes on the Island to become the first side to win the trophy twice.

It’s been a series of dramatic games for the Island to get to the final, coming from behind in the last three matches to clinch victory.

The victorious side will go on to represent England in the UEFA Regions Cup next season.

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