Local youth football in Wolverhampton gets new kit with McDonald's sponsorship deal

Ash Raju and his restaurants have been supporting grassroots football in the local community as part of McDonald’s Fun Football programme for many years. McDonald’s is the longest-standing supporter of grassroots football in the UK and has worked with the Home Nation Football Associations for over 20 years.

Local McDonald’s Franchisee Ash Raju, who owns and operates two restaurants in the area, says:“Youth football is important for our community which is why we support local teams through each restaurant, and I am delighted to help support NPV Football Academy Under 14 Girls by providing the new kits and training equipment. I look forward to seeing the team enjoy playing their upcoming fixtures.”

Joe Jackson, Director of Football for NPV Football Academy, says: “The Under 14s at NPV Football Academy are hugely grateful to McDonald’s for their sponsorship and supply of playing away kit for our team. 

"The support of McDonald’s will allow us to continue to keep our membership fees low and give more children access to youth football regardless of background and ability. We look forward to working with McDonald’s to continue to provide a safe and fun environment for children to play football. It was fantastic for the girls to meet Ash and tell him about the matches they’ll be playing this season.”

Now in its 24^th year, McDonald’s Fun Football programme is committed to providing over ten million hours of free football opportunities to over one million children by 2026. McDonald’s Fun Football sessions will take place across the entire UK with the next wave starting in June. To find a Fun Football session local to you visit www.mcdonalds.co.uk/funfootball.

For further information on McDonald’s involvement in grassroots football follow @FunFootballUK on Twitter and Instagram.