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Football Unites, Racism Divides has been running free recreational football sessions for women at the U-Mix Centre, Sheffield, since 2013, attracting a diverse group. Some of our players have experienced barriers, including cost, to joining teams. We believe a FURD 11-a-side team would act as a much-needed progression route from our more casual sessions, but we need to make it affordable for the players.
Estimated costs for 2025-26 season:
Hire of pitch and changing rooms: £1550
Hire of training pitch: £1000
Referees fees: £450
Equipment: £100
Affiliation fee: £36.50
Transport: £150
Total: £3,286.50
Our players have said:
"Football Unites, Racism Divides means something: I want to be part of that message"
"I've never seen other Pakistani women play football before, it's inspirational"
"There's summat magical about this place"
"The culture of FURD is very important: being inclusive and welcoming"
"I’ve played in lots of different environments not like this - differences here feel celebrated and valued."
"Its about starting a process and leaving a legacy for future generations"