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How flexible Football has become a powerful force against the UK’s 3 biggest challenges

Accessible football looks small from the outside. The impact is bigger than people realise. Read on to discover what’s really happening.

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Why casual football games are making a big comeback among adults

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7 lies about casual kickabouts that players still believe

Explore 7 myths about casual kickabouts, debunked. 'Casual football myths' dispelled to show why anyone can join a local game.

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The no. 1 secret of Britain’s recreational football isn’t what you think

Recreational football in the UK heavily relies on a role that often goes unnoticed. Behind every kickabout, there’s someone quietly making it work.

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5 simple fixes to make Football more eco-friendly and help the planet

What are some easy ways to make local football more eco-friendly? Here are five simple ideas we can use at our local pitches to help the planet.

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11 inspiring numbers behind social football in the UK

Adult social football is now one of the most popular forms of sport. These stats show the positive impact it has on local communities

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The shocking economics of £5 local kickabouts

Local kickabouts in Britain aren’t powered by sponsorships or TV money. This article looks at the tough realities faced by community football groups.

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The new NHS community healthcare plan is incomplete without football

The NHS is building community healthcare plans around local communities. This article shows why football must be part of that plan as social infrastructure

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Casual Football and its explosive growth in the UK

Casual football is a quick, low-pressure way to play. Games are typically just 60 minutes long and run on local astroturf pitches.

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8 reasons community football deserves better support from councils

Community football can help councils meet social responsibility goals without big budgets. These are eight reasons why councils should support it.

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Football for Mental Health. Why is the game often described as more effective than a 60‑minute therapy session

Football for mental health. Discover why the beautiful game is one of the most effective, enjoyable and accessible ways to improve your wellbeing

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How Football can reduce crime in the UK in 2025 through a proven model

Football can reduce crime by building mental health, routine, and connection. See how UK programmes are making a measurable impact in 2025

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Want to play Football? So do 15.7 million people in England

One in four people in England play football and the number is still growing. Check the stats on astro pitches and casual football across the country.

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How local football helps people live 30% longer and feel much better

Local football programmes can make a real difference to public health. In the UK many people do too little exercise.

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£400M for better Grassroots facilities. Community 3G pitches and Football for All

Football for All brings community football to life. With better 3G pitches and improved local pitches, more people can enjoy the game every week.

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Football For All delivers 40 new weekly inclusive football games to support local communities across the UK

Between April and May 2025, we launched 40 new football games across the UK

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Volunteering opportunities at Football for All

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Why local women’s football needs urgent support ahead of Euro 2025

Women’s football is growing faster than ever.