THE HISTORY MAKERS: CLAPTON CFC

As backup goalkeeper and general secretary of the Clapton Community FC Women’s Teams, Sophia Axelsson was at the heart of an historic FA Cup...

GURU NANAK: A FOOTBALL FAMILY

Tradition, inclusivity and last-minute equalisers. Tayyiba Yunus went to visit Guru Nanak Ladies, to see grassroots football represented perfectly in Gravesend. Guru Nanak Football Club...

SANDS UNITED FC

David Hillier is in Sussex to meet Sands United FC; a mens football team united by grief that have grown to become one of the most important grassroots clubs in the country.

TREVOR BOOKING: WHISTLEBLOWER #1

Trevor Booking* is an up-and-coming grassroots referee who blows the whistle each month on what it’s really like to take control of grassroots games…

FOTMOB’S INCLUSIVE & INSPIRATIONAL: CLAPTON CFC

Collective action, serendipity and a whole load of shirt sales. Clapton Community FC is a shining example of inclusivity and fighting spirit in grassroots...

HOW TO RUN A GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL CLUB

Knowing how to run a grassroots football club is tough. There are so many elements to consider. Here’s our guide to getting started, with...