To many, football is nothing more than a hobby.
But in Merseyside, NHS professionals are running free football sessions to help tackle the men’s mental health crisis.
“It helps in mental health and making friends,” said Uber driver Mama. “When I’m here, I forget everything around me.”
Martin Crawford visited one of Urban Health UK’s Footy Socials in Fazakerley to find out how the beautiful game is making an impact far beyond the pitch.
