Western United has collaborated with Walking Football 4 Health Global and Balestier Khalsa Football Club in Singapore, aiming to spread the love of football across the globe.
This marks Western United’s first venture into the realm of walking football, a rapidly growing sector of the sport that is inclusive of all participants.
As part of this partnership, Western United will participate in a tournament at the Walking Football 4 Health Global headquarters in Singapore, furthering the Club’s commitment to making football accessible to everyone around the world.
Western United General Manager of Community Development & Partnerships Aylin Bagdadi explained how beneficial this deal will be with connecting the club’s brand to an international audience.
“This is an incredibly exciting opportunity to grow the Western United brand and we are grateful for the support and enthusiasm of Walking Football 4 Health and Balestier Khalsa Football Club,” Bagdadi said in a club statement.
“More importantly, a key part of our mission at this Club has always been to increase opportunities for everyone to become involved in football, and this is a fantastic step in continuing to pursue that vision.
“Walking football is such a great way to get involved in our great game, and we are excited to link further with local and global organisations in this space.”
What is Walking Football?
Walking football is particularly well-suited for individuals recovering from illness or medical events, retired players, or those new to the sport.
This low-intensity format features small-sided teams playing on a modified pitch with shorter game times, blending all the enjoyable aspects of football without the high physical demands.
Running, physical contact, and heading the ball are prohibited, and the ball must remain below hip-height throughout the game.
After the recent Teqball partnership, this unique collaboration is an example of Western United remaining committed to promoting awareness and participation in all forms of football worldwide.
It also highlights Western United’s business strategy before the new season, where the club seems dedicated to broadening its own brand and reach both locally and internationally.
This deal will look to expand opportunities to get involved in football within the local community in the west of Victoria.
