A football match in memory of an Albion fan killed in the September 11 terrorist attacks on New York will be held this week.

The sixth annual Robert Eaton Memorial Fund (Remf) match kicks off at the Dripping Pan, home of Lewes FC, at 7.45pm on Friday.

Supporters of the Seagulls will be taking on followers of arch-rivals Crystal Palace in the charity game.

Robert, 37, from Ditchling, was working in the World Trade Center on the day of the attacks on New York. He was a regular visitor to the web site North Stand Chat and had hoped one day to become a football coach.

The fund provides coaching and kits in Robert's memory and supports youngsters aged between five and 16 who may not otherwise be given the opportunity or resources to play.

Since it was set up, the Remf has raised more than £45,000, and provided a three year package of support for a team of youth footballers in Queens, New York.

Support and funding has also been provided for seven youth football clubs in Brighton and Hove and Croydon, and last year the fund agreed a three year coaching package to Aids orphans in Mali, Africa.

Fundraisers are urging people to go along to the Dripping Pan on Friday to support the two teams and help to raise even more money.

Entrance is £5 on the gate and under 16's free. There will also be a bar and catering facilities, a raffle and an auction on the night.