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VIDEO: New women’s walking football team launches in Lisburn

25 Apr 2026 1 min read No comments Women's WF
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The walking team is on the lookout for players aged 50 and over hoping to encourage more women to get involved.

WATCH THE REPORT HERE: https://www.itv.com/watch/news/new-womens-walking-football-team-launches-in-lisburn/3g1wzzb

The walking team is on the lookout for players aged 50 and over hoping to encourage more women to get involved. WATCH THE REPORT HERE: https://www.itv.com/watch/news/new-womens-walking-football-team-launches-in-lisburn/3g1wzzb

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