Goal Difference Supporting Adults to Improve Mental Health & Wellbeing

Leicester City in the Community is continuing to support young adults across Leicester through Goal Difference, a free football-themed mental health and wellbeing programme designed to improve emotional wellbeing in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.

2026-07-28T09:00+01:00

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Goal Difference Supporting Adults to Improve Mental Health & Wellbeing

Leicester City in the Community is continuing to support young adults across Leicester through Goal Difference, a free football-themed mental health and wellbeing programme designed to improve emotional wellbeing in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.

Admin

2026-07-28T09:00+01:00

Goal Difference Supporting Adults to Improve Mental Health & Wellbeing

Leicester City in the Community is continuing to support young adults across Leicester through Goal Difference, a free football-themed mental health and wellbeing programme designed to improve emotional wellbeing in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.

Admin

2026-07-28T09:00+01:00

Goal Difference Supporting Adults to Improve Mental Health & Wellbeing

Leicester City in the Community is continuing to support young adults across Leicester through Goal Difference, a free football-themed mental health and wellbeing programme designed to improve emotional wellbeing in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.

Admin

2026-07-28T09:00+01:00

Goal Difference Supporting Adults to Improve Mental Health & Wellbeing

Leicester City in the Community is continuing to support young adults across Leicester through Goal Difference, a free football-themed mental health and wellbeing programme designed to improve emotional wellbeing in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.

Admin

2026-07-28T09:00+01:00

Leicester City in the Community's Goal Difference programme supports adults aged 18+ with their mental health and wellbeing
The free 10-week programme is delivered every Tuesday at King Power Stadium
Football-themed sessions help participants build confidence, resilience and social connections
It's in partnership with Public Health Leicester City Council

Delivered over 10 weeks at King Power Stadium, the programme provides adults aged 18 and over with the opportunity to improve their mental wellbeing while connecting with others through the shared power of football.

Taking place every Tuesday from 10:30am until 12:30pm, Goal Difference combines football-themed activities with group discussions and practical wellbeing exercises, encouraging participants to open up about their experiences, develop positive coping strategies and build lasting friendships.

Goal Difference is delivered in partnership with Public Health Leicester City Council, creating a safe and inclusive environment where adults experiencing mental health challenges feel supported, connected and valued. The programme provides participants with a welcoming space to talk openly about their mental health, build confidence and develop the skills and resilience needed to make positive changes in their lives.

Throughout the programme, participants are encouraged to improve their physical and emotional wellbeing through engaging activities that reduce social isolation, strengthen resilience and promote healthier lifestyles. By bringing people together through football, Goal Difference demonstrates how sport can play a powerful role in supporting mental health beyond the pitch.

Whether taking part in football-themed sessions, sharing experiences with others or simply becoming part of an inclusive community, Goal Difference helps participants take positive steps towards improving their wellbeing while reminding them they are not alone.

Anyone interested in joining Goal Difference or finding out more about the programme can register their interest by emailing matt.bray@lcfc.co.uk.

Leicester City in the Community remains committed to using the power of sport to improve lives, with programmes such as Goal Difference providing vital support that helps young people build confidence, improve their mental wellbeing and create meaningful connections within their community.

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