Hereford United chairman Graham Turner was disappointed to see the departure of FA chief executive Adam Crozier, writes Ian Morgan.

The Edgar Street supremo believes that Crozier has been a good supporter of Non-League football over the past three years and a key figure in introducing a second promotion place to the Football League.

Turner also thinks the former advertising executive has been instrumental in pushing through reforms which means Non-League clubs can reap significant financial rewards from a good run in the FA Cup.

The Hereford boss said: "He has been a good supporter at our level. The distribution of FA Cup pool money has been extremely beneficial and I think Crozier was instrumental in that share-out.

"I met him with three other chairmen concerning the extra promotion place to the Football League and, at that time, he made all the right noises. Shortly after that meeting and, after years and years of pushing, the extra place arrived."

Crozier lost his battle with the Premier League over his sometimes authoritarian style, contractual arrangements for the England national team and the FA Cup deal.

The Scotsman was the Non-League's biggest supporter in Soho Square and played a crucial role in financing last season's UniBond Four Nations tournament.

Turner added: "I have been totally disgusted with the FA's involvement in Wembley but their case for grass-roots football has been very welcome. It's a shame that somebody of Crozier's ability has now left the FA."