Peterborough Sports goalkeeper seeks to raise £2000 to represent Great Britian at Deaf World Cup

Edwards has been selected to be on the plane as Great Britain travel to Serbia for the Under-23 World Cup in May.

The tournament will take place between May 11 and May 23 in Zlatibar, a popular tourist resort in the west of Serbia, close to the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Edwards (20), who is evere to profoundly deaf in both ears, has already made more than ten caps for the England senior side, including appearances at the Deaf Would Cup in 2023 in Malaysia and the Deaf European Championship in 2024 in Turkey. Edwards helped England to reaching the quarter finals in Turkey four years ago before being beaten by the hosts. England were classified ninth at the World Cup in 2023 after being knocked out in the last 16 by USA.

He has largely been a back-up for Sports in the National League North this season but has appeared three times.

In order to take his place in the squad though, Edwards needs to raise £2,000 to cover the costs of competing as the team doesn’t receive financial backing from the Football Association.

Sam said: “I have been picked to play for Great Britain Deaf Men’s U23s squad to play in the upcoming U23 Deaf World Cup in Serbia, May 2026.

“Unfortunately GB is different to England as it is self funded and we don’t receive any support from the FA or government.

"We have to pay for training camps for example the costs of hiring places out, training and matchday kits, insurances and all on pitch or off pitch equipment.

“This is why I am reaching out for some support. I need to raise £2000 in order to play in the tournament. I would massively appreciate it if anyone could donate sponsor, it doesn’t matter how big or small.

“Additionally if you could share this so more people could see or know any of companies who would be willing to donate to sponsor me then that would be greatly appreciated!”

To support Sam, visit www.gofundme.com/f/great-britain-under-23s-deaf-world-cup-2026.