Business Details
17 Years
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Join the UK's Leading Women's 5-a-Side Football Leagues
Football Invasion was founded in 2009 with a clear mission to provide high-quality, inclusive football leagues for women across the UK. Our journey began as Football Invasion, driven by the vision to create a supportive environment where players of all abilities could enjoy the sport. Over 14 years, we have grown into the UK's fastest-growing provider of women's 5-a-side football, maintaining our commitment to fun, social, and competitive leagues. Our team combines extensive experience in sports management and grassroots development to ensure every participant benefits from professional organisation, quality venues, and dedicated support.We prioritise accessibility, welcoming individuals and teams while fostering friendships and fitness through weekly matches. Our continuous improvement philosophy ensures we adapt to player needs while maintaining rigorous standards in league management, refereeing, and customer service. With nationwide coverage and flexible options for participation, we remain focused on making football accessible to all, regardless of experience or ability.
Services
Women's Adult Leagues
After-School Football Clubs
Team Name Generator
Competitions & Awards
Referee Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer hassle-free leagues with professional organisation and quality referees
- 80% of players join individually and are placed in teams
- Suitable for all abilities with multiple divisions per league
- Run nationwide competitions and awards throughout the year
- Dedicated support team manages fixtures, venues, and player coordination
What people say
Great way to make friends
Well organised leagues
Fun and inclusive environment
Improved fitness levels
Welcoming for all abilities
Services
Women's Adult Leagues
Our women's adult leagues provide structured 5-a-side football matches across the UK. Designed for players of all abilities, these weekly sessions combine competitive play with social interaction in quality venues. Participants benefit from professional organisation, including fixtures, league tables, and refereeing services while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritises fun and inclusivity.
After-School Football Clubs
We deliver extracurricular football coaching for schoolchildren aged 5-16 years. Our sessions develop fundamental skills through age-appropriate drills and match play while focusing on physical development and teamwork. Qualified coaches with enhanced DBS checks deliver weekly sessions at schools, making football accessible to young players regardless of prior experience or ability level.
Competitions & Awards
Our seasonal competitions create additional engagement opportunities through inter-league challenges and award ceremonies. Teams compete in virtual league nights while individual players and referees can earn recognition through annual awards. These events foster community spirit and provide tangible goals for participants throughout the year, with prizes awarded to winning teams and individuals.
Referee Opportunities
We provide refereeing opportunities for qualified and trainee officials across our nationwide leagues. Referees earn 10 per 40-minute game while gaining experience in structured match environments. Our coordinators support officials during weekly matches, ensuring consistent standards while maintaining the fun, social atmosphere central to our league philosophy.
Team Name Generator
This interactive online tool helps new teams create unique identities for league participation. Designed to spark creativity, it generates football-themed names that reflect team personalities while encouraging engagement. The generator supports our community-building approach by making team formation more enjoyable for players joining individually or in groups.
People
Andrew Norton
Director
Founded Play Sports Leagues Ltd in 2009 and developed the Play Football brand. With extensive experience in sports business development, he transformed the original Football Invasion concept into the UK's largest provider of social football leagues, focusing on quality organisation and community engagement.
Rob Fulker
Operations Manager
Joined Football Invasion in 2015 after sports science studies and teaching experience. Specialises in league management and business operations, having worked with Andrew in previous sports ventures. Focuses on expanding women's 5-a-side provision while maintaining operational excellence across all UK locations.
Tamsin Stevenson
Sports Administrator Manager
Joined in 2022 with a Masters in Sports Psychology. Oversees daily league operations nationwide, coordinating with match officials and venues. Combines academic expertise with practical experience to ensure smooth league management while maintaining her involvement in competitive netball.
Alison Cole
Sports Marketing Executive
Joined in 2021 after newspaper publishing experience. Leads marketing strategy and brand partnerships while managing social media channels. A passionate netball player, she champions women's sports development and leverages her media background to enhance the organisation's community engagement initiatives.
Laura Shorto
Sports Administrator
Joined in 2024 after graduating in Sports Performance. Coordinates new league development and venue partnerships while applying her coaching experience. A former hockey coach and current rugby supporter, she focuses on expanding accessible sports opportunities while maintaining strong community connections.
Questions
Do I need prior football experience to join your leagues?
No experience is required. Our leagues welcome players of all abilities from complete beginners to experienced players.
Can I join as an individual without a team?
Yes, 80% of players join individually and are placed into existing teams with like-minded participants.
How long do your football seasons last?
Seasons typically run for 8-14 weeks depending on team numbers, with automatic re-entry for existing teams.
Are your matches played indoors or outdoors?
We offer both indoor and outdoor venues to accommodate different preferences and weather conditions nationwide.
Do you provide referees for matches?
Yes, all matches have qualified referees included as part of our league organisation services.
What competitions are available for teams?
We run inter-league challenges, seasonal awards, and special events throughout the year with various prizes available.
