Powerleague in Peterborough has re-opened for small-sided football matches

The FA has announced a return to grassroots football in plans backed by the UK Government, as the country continues to emerge from the lockdown brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

In a vote of confidence for the FA’s plan of action, the recommencement of grassroots football is welcome news for millions of people across the country, including over 1.3 million adults who play small-sided football at least twice a month up and down the country, and 2.6 million schoolchildren who take part every week*.

Powerleague CEO Christian Rose said, “This is fantastic news for everybody involved in grassroots football in the local community. We’ve heard from a number of players over the last few months who are desperate to get back playing football and we’re thrilled that we’re now able to allow them to do that.

“The physical and mental benefits of small-sided football are huge, and we know how much of an asset to the community Powerleague, Peterborough has proven to be and we are delighted to be back!”

Powerleague staff at Peterborough are implementing a number of additional health and safety measures and guidelines for players, referees, coaches and staff, including regular disinfecting of the ball & pitches, social distancing measures in and around the clubhouses, contactless payments and curbs on handshakes.’

Contact number for Powerelague, Peterborough is 01733 893666.