Blackpool delete Twitter account after abusive message to fan

Blackpool have deleted one of the club's Twitter accounts after an abusive message was sent to a fan.

The League One side's commercial account responded to post from a supporter about the state of the club's Bloomfield Road pitch, branding him an "arsehole wanker".

A statement from the club said: "The club has been made aware of comments emanating from a Twitter account overnight that has previously advertised commercial opportunities.

"This account has not been utilised for promotional purposes by the club for some time and is not accessible to any current employees. The club does not condone the views expressed and has since had the account removed."

The pitch at the Seasiders' ground had to be relaid just days before the start of the season after a Neil Diamond concert damaged the playing surface.