Football
Returning to football after my gender transition
Man on — For many trans people, participating in sport can be fraught. Writer Arthur Webber recounts his return to football after transitioning and encouraging others to do the same.
Written by: Arthur Webber
The Huck List: 20 for 2021
Hell Of A Year — We’re celebrating the inspiring individuals and activist groups who’ve been building a better future in 2021.
Written by: Huck
The Ultras of Marseille are fighting for their city’s soul
Marseille encapsulates France’s volatile political landscape unlike anywhere else. At the heart of this tension are the Ultras: football fans ferociously dedicated to their city’s team, who have constructed a movement built on the foundations of radical politics, passion and pride.
Written by: Frank L’Opez
Football fans in Liverpool are uniting against food poverty
In partnership with EA Sports FIFA 22 — Common Goal is an editorial series created in partnership with EA Sports and FIFA 22. In this instalment, we spotlight a joint initiative between fans of Liverpool and Everton FC, who have come together to battle hunger in the city they share.
Written by: Daisy Schofield
Stonewall FC are creating a football culture for everybody
In partnership with EA Sports FIFA 22 — Common Goal is an editorial series created in partnership with EA Sports and FIFA 22. In this instalment, we explore how the world’s most successful LGBTQ+ football team are creating a more inclusive beautiful game.
Written by: Ben Smoke
Football can be a force for good – on and off the pitch
In partnership with EA Sports FIFA 22 — In Common Goal, we’re following the stories of Stonewall FC and Fans Supporting Foodbanks – two organisations using the beautiful game to transform the communities they represent for the better.
Written by: Huck
Photos documenting Sierra Leone’s amputee football team
The Flying Stars — A new photo series by Todd Antony spotlights a talented team of players who are overcoming adversity and finding solace through football.
Written by: Huck
Grassroots football teams take a stand against racism
‘Racist fans are not fans‘ — In response to the abuse faced by Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka, teams from across London gathered in solidarity with the England players.
Written by: Huck
For LGBTQ+ football fans, even more must be done
Reclaim the game — This year’s Euros showed glimmers of hope for LGBTQ+ inclusion and diversity in football – but can that energy be channelled into the World Cup?
Written by: Jack King
Pure havoc: photos of London amid the Euro 2020 final
Agony and ecstasy — Yesterday, as England competed against Italy in the hope of becoming the Euro 2020 champion, football fans descended into central London to mark the occasion. Photographer Aiyush Pachnanda was on hand to capture the action.
Written by: Huck