Training young women on the playing field of life

ootball clubs in the UK have always been an integral part of their local communities. These clubs contribute not only to sporting achievements, but to the health, society, and economy of those living both nearby and further afield.

Manchester City Football Club’s City in the Community (CITC) charity is committed to empowering healthier lives through football. Its programmes place mental and physical well-being at their core, in order to create healthy futures and healthy communities. For nearly four decades, CITC has been working with local people to improve their lives. It offers various programmes, from soccer schools to PE lessons for disabled children to bespoke training for military veterans.