THE multi-ball system will encourage flowing football, according to Argyle manager Peter Reid.

We will introduce the new system for the Carling Cup meeting with Notts County on Tuesday night and the Green Army are being asked to play their part.

If the ball goes into the crowd, it is very important fans return them to the ball assistants. Returning the ball straight to the pitch can cause delays and heavy fines are imposed on the club if the multi-ball system breaks down.

"The multi-ball system is coming into operation and you could see how it kept the game flowing at Southampton," said Reid.

"When the ball comes out of play and there are so many seconds lost, it cheats the supporters.

"The referee doesn't add that time on, so, the sooner you get the ball back in play, supporters are getting their value for money and it keeps the game flowing."