Our Prostate Cancer Walking Football participants were in for a treat when Arsenal legend Charlie George visited a session recently.
Charlie shared stories from his career, reminiscing about the unforgettable 1970/71 double-winning season and his iconic FA Cup-winning goal at Wembley against Liverpool. But perhaps more importantly, he also opened up about his own health journey to connect with those navigating their battles with prostate cancer.
After Charlie had answered all the questions fired at him, participants hit the pitch for their weekly walking football session with our Arsenal in the Community coaches. Charlie, who was voted ninth in our poll of top 50 greatest-ever players, watched on and also took a moment to sign the players’ board at The Arsenal Hub before he left.
The Prostate Cancer Walking Football programme, run in collaboration with UCLH and supported by the UCLH Charity’s Cancer Fund, aims to foster community, health awareness and open dialogue. These weekly sessions combine our inclusive one-hour walking football sessions with a 45-minute social support group.
For more information please email Health & Wellbeing Manager Rhys Ratcliffe at rratcliffe@arsenal.co.uk
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