Allardyce didn't know what to expect on his return to the Reebok, but as Bolton fans were tremendous, Big Sam had three of his personal guests barred from the directors' box by Bolton chairman Phil Gartside.
Bolton Chairman A Disgrace!
It was a childish act that defied belief.
Allardyce's daughter Rachel and his son Craig, the former football agent, were barred along with Peter Cowgill, the chairman of JD Sports.
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