” It remains one of the most iconic moments in Premier League history, an act of sportsmanship that received unanimous acclaim: it is 20 years to the day since Robbie Fowler tumbled under David Seaman’s challenge and asked Gerald Ashby, the match official, not to award a penalty. These moments are so easily recalled because…
the only game that makes me happy
A young boy Santigie, spoke about his love for football which he plays despite his disability. The boy was born with a congenital condition where one leg turned back on itself and the other split into two. As a result he uses his hands as feet to play in matches with friends on the local…
Gives me the power to be myself
” When Isla was twelve, her Mother suffered a stroke; as a result Isla became the caregiver for her and her siblings. This had a massive impact on her personal life, which led to Isla becoming overwhelmed and suffering from mental health issues. Football became an outlet for Isla, helping her to escape and putting…
The most unlikely event in the history of team sports ??
“There’s a natural inclination to share this footballing fairytale with friends. This, after all, is a story as much about the human spirit as it is about scoring goals. A small, unfashionable team based in England’s East Midlands has somehow stormed the Premier League. With two games of the season remaining, Leicester City had already…
the way I (the fans) feel it.. #1
“I live and breathe for football and what it gives me, and what it has given me in my life. In difficult times without football, the solidarity and social network you have through football has made it easier to get through these difficult times. It has lifted me as a human being, that there has…
atmosphere
” The joy in the stadium is a lot greater than at home in front of your TV. A goal is scored and you are in tears of joy, hugging other people, everyone is celebrating. You are hugging complete strangers and know they feel the same. Everyone is celebrating together, regardless of class. Millionaires and…
Do what you love no matter what
17-year-old Laila from the State of Palestine loves football. Despite the social and cultural barriers for girls in her community, she chooses to practice the sport she likes, and her dream is to become a professional football player like her icon Leo Messi. Football has helped Laila develop a positive attitude to life and stay…
I´m a “flamenguista”
A Brazilian football superfan loves his team so much he decided to tattoo the home shirt on his torso. After finishing up his front, he went on to his back where the number ’10’ is a constant tribute to the iconic Zico. Jose said he ‘never felt any regret’, partly because he got to meet…
disability only exists inside our heads…
…and Gabriel Muniz is proving it to everyone; he is challenging the social norms. His story and impressive skills inspired the Spanish club’s managers and he received an invitation to travel to Barcelona’s academy. “When he arrived there [the Barcelona academy in Saquarema], no one believed in him. But he proved to everyone there, he…
A game changer
“It´s not just for boys but girls too” #maraam #unicef #equality #syriangirls
This beautiful game 