The Walking Football League, led by former England men’s football captain David Platt, is launching a new initiative with LiveWire Warrington. This will offer regular walking football for all ages and abilities.

Walking football is rapidly growing in the UK, with over 70% of players playing more than twice a week and 85% seeking more competitive play.

Starting in the second week of September, matches will be held on Monday evenings from 6pm to 9pm at Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub.

The league offers a competitive yet fun environment for all players and teams.

League entry is open to all ages, existing teams, new teams, and businesses aiming to grow good relationships…

David Platt, former England captain and head of the Walking Football League said: “Our other venues currently cater for a more traditional walking football league starting with players aged 50+, but having spoken with LiveWire’s sports development manager Paul Flannery, we are excited to partner with them to bring a more inclusive league format for all ages, with no restrictions on who can enter.

“Paul has made me aware of so many positive life stories his current walking football sessions have helped with and we are delighted to be partnering in this new initiative giving structure to those sessions.”

Warrington Borough Council’s cabinet member for communities, culture and leisure, Cllr Tony Higgins, said: “I’m proud of LiveWire’s continued commitment to making sport accessible. I’m really pleased that the council, through LiveWire, is supporting the new walking football league and I hope many people begin their walking football journey with us. Come along and give it a go!”