Does football need a wake up call?

As Portsmouth FC were given seven days grace by the High Court to prove they can pay their creditors, BBC Radio 5 live's Nicky Campbell asked listeners whether football needed a financial wake-up call.

Portsmouth could become the first top light club to go into administration if they fail to prove they are financially viable. Cardiff City and Southend United are also facing financial woes.

Does football need this monetary wake up call? Listen to the discussion on the Breakfast Phone-in above and read listener comments on the 5 live Now discussion page .

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