Hosted by the Hillsborough Survivors Support Alliance in partnership with the Liverpool FC Foundation, the event brought together Walking Football teams from across the UK for a tournament – including a side made up of our own regular Walking Football programme participants – to celebrate the power of football, honour those affected by past tragedies, and promote a culture of respect in the game.
Our mixed team made the journey from Ibrox early Sunday morning, joining coaches and family members of Ibrox disaster victims for a full day of activities.
The tournament kicked off after an opening briefing and an educational session which focused on raising awareness of football-related tragedies and fostering a spirit of solidarity among clubs and communities. Participants were able to connect and share experiences.
The Rangers team gave a strong account of themselves on the pitch and left the AXA Training Centre as Unity is Strength Walking Football Tournament champions…
Unity is Strength Walking Football Tournament
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The Foundation’s free Walking Football programme for anyone aged 50 and over is a great way to get more active and enjoy the social aspects that being part of a club can deliver.
The sessions take place at the Ibrox Community Complex, 80 Hinshelwood Drive, Glasgow, G51 2XD on Thursday’s at 11am. Please note that the programme is currently on a summer break and will return in the last week of August.
For more information, visit the website or contact the Foundation via email on: rangerscharity@rangers.co.uk
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