LFC Foundation

LFC Foundation Team Triumph at the UK Cruyff Finals

The LFC Foundation joined a host of other clubs to take part in the UK finals of the Cruyff Court 6 vs 6 Championship, which was held at Anfield Sports & Community Centre, the home of the Club’s official charity.

On Saturday 8th July, the LFC Foundation team took part in the tournament alongside teams from Tottenham, Aberdeen, Arsenal and Everton.

Liverpool were crowned champions of the 6 vs 6 girls’ tournament after a strong overall performance and Arsenal won the boys 6 vs 6 boys’ tournament after displaying a fantastic array of talent. LFC Ambassador Robbie Fowler was on hand to present the winner’s trophies and medals to all of the participants.

“It was fantastic to see so many clubs from across the UK competing in the 6 vs 6 tournament at Anfield Sports and Community Centre,” said Fowler.

“Johan Cruyff was an unbelievable footballer and one of my heroes growing up, so to see his memory honoured with so many community based pitches is absolutely brilliant.”

The LFC Foundation Boys side line up before the tournament

Robbie Fowler presents the Cruyff Courts 6vs6 Respect Award

Champions! LFC Foundation Girls show off their silverware

What is a Cruyff Court?

Cruyff Courts are small, high quality football pitches in the heart of the community, and are a project of the foundation of Dutch Football legend Johan Cruyff.

The 6 vs 6 tournament is organised by Heroes of the Cruyff Court, local young people who operate as role models for the community and is played in 10 countries around the globe with more than 25,000 children participating every year. The LFC Foundation were delighted to host the 2017 finals at the Cruyff Court in Anfield Sports and Community Centre.

During the championship respect played a crucial role with each player involved signing the respect flag as well as taking part in workshops about the 14-rules of Johan Cruyff, which are about respect, playing together, taking responsibility and helping each other.