As the England squad prepared to jet out to Netherlands for the UEFA Women’s European Championship, former Lionesses captain Faye White was joined by a number of football-mad youngsters at Wembley Stadium to launch ‘Girls’ Football Week – Euro Celebrations’.
While Mark Sampson’s team go for glory, girls back home will be able to emulate their idols by taking part in football sessions throughout the entirety of the tournament (Sunday 16 July – Sunday 6 August).
White, who won 90 caps for England, said: “The Girls’ Football Week – Euro Celebrations initiative is a great way to encourage girls throughout the country to get involved in the game.
“With the Lionesses off to Holland and excitement building across the country, hopefully this will act as a catalyst to inspire girls to get out and play football.
“With initiatives such as these and on-going programmes such as SSE Wildcats and The FA Lidl Skills there are more opportunities than ever before to get involved in the game.
“I personally can’t wait to watch the Lionesses compete this summer and hope to find the next generation of Lionesses in the coming weeks.”
