Former footballers to run half-marathon to help struggling families – South London News

Former footballers to run half-marathon to help struggling families – South London News

By Maeve Cullinan Two former non-league footballers have joined forces this Christmas to support struggling South Londoners during the cost-of-living crisis. Francis Duku and Damien Scannell, who played for Fisher Athletic and... Read more »

Havering’s Emerson Park is home to east London footballers

Published: 6:00 AM March 23, 2022 A prestigious and affluent neighbourhood in Havering, Emerson Park is perhaps most closely associated with one thing above all – footballers.  Just north of Hornchurch centre, and... Read more »
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Paul Canoville: Footballers ‘must step up in fight against stabbings’

The retired midfielder – the Blues’ first black player – believes they are being stopped by Premier League clubs and PR men from straying into controversial subjects. He said: “I think footballers... Read more »
Exclusive interview with AFC Wimbledon restarts coach Andy Parslow – South London News

Eddie Nketiah hoping to inspire next generation of South London footballers after being named England captain for U21 European Championships

BY SAM SMITH AND ANDREW McSTEEN Eddie Nketiah is hoping to inspire the next generation of South London-raised footballers after being confirmed as England captain for the U21 European Championships. The Lewisham-born... Read more »
East London forklift driver jailed for £175k spending spree using top footballer’s card

East London forklift driver jailed for £175k spending spree using top footballer’s card

A forklift driver from East London has been jailed for fraud after spending £175k using Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez’s financial institution card. Sharif Mohamed, 32, admitted to spending a number of... Read more »