Fulham FC Foundation’s Walking Football Corner welcomed some special guests at its latest session, as First Team players Adama Traoré, Josh King, and Jorge Cuenca joined participants at Motspur Park to engage in discussions about football and well-being.
The Walking Football Corner is designed to create a friendly and non-judgemental space where walking footballers can connect, discuss important health and well-being topics, and share their experiences. Held every three months, the sessions bring together participants from across the Foundation’s walking football programmes.
“The Walking Football Corner gives our participants another opportunity to socialise and share experiences off the pitch to complement their walking football sessions. This acts as a positive outlet that has opened up conversations around physical and mental health to support overall well-being.” – Chloe Windmill, Health & Wellbeing Development Officer
At this most recent gathering, both the walking footballers and the Fulham FC players took time to reflect on how football has shaped their well-being. The discussion centred on the role of football in mental and physical health, with both participants and players sharing personal memories and insights into how the game has positively impacted their lives, as well as some of the challenges they’ve faced in the sport.
“I really enjoyed engaging with the Walking Football participants. It’s great for them to continue playing football; it brings people together. They keep connecting through football throughout the ages. It was a great feeling to meet them today.” – Adama Traoré, Fulham FC First Team Player
“The meeting with the three players was special and inspiring. It was very interesting to listen to their short stories, comments, and personal experiences.” – John, Walking Football Corner participant
With engaging discussions on topics like mindful eating, mental resilience, and maintaining healthy conversations, the Walking Football Corner is a great way to support and connect with our walking football participants.
The Walking Football Corner is supported by the Premier League and the Professional Footballers’ Association. Administered through the Premier League Charitable Fund, this funding helps football clubs tackle inequality and respond to local challenges, supporting people and their communities in becoming more inclusive.
For more information on our health & wellbeing programmes, email health@fulhamfc.com.
