ONE of the region's leadingfootball clubs is holding a family fun night tonight.

The event takes place at Middlesbrough Football Club's Riverside Stadium. Boro Reserves will be taking on Bradford City Reserves, kick-off 7pm, but the match will only make up some of the entertainment.

There will be face-painting, competitions for children and a variety of pitch-side fun, and the Boro Dance Troupe will be in action.

Club mascot Roary the Lion will be doing the rounds along with his helpers, Billy and Badgie, from Cleveland Police.

Admission is free to all season ticket holders, and Roary Club members.

Complimentary tickets are available from MFC Retail at the stadium and Captain Cook's Square, Middlesbrough, and HMV and McDonald's in the town. Otherwise, admission is £1.