EA Sports FC Futures investment plan announced to grow community footbal
thesixthaxis.comEA has revealed a new investment plan called EA Sports FC Futures, an initiative to invest in community football around the world. The publisher has set aside $10 million to invest in different projects over the next three years, with the first of those unveiled today in London. The ‘Rocky and Wrighty Arena’ at Turnham Academy in South London was opened today, named for Ian Wright and David Rocastle. Turnham Academy is where both footballers attended school. EA partnered with Football Foundation, the FA, and the UK government.
“EA SPORTS FC is a symbol for a positive future of football, and that future will be built on providing young people with the access and tools necessary to follow their dreams,” said David Jackson, VP of Brand Marketing at EA Sports. “We are looking forward to partnering with football organisations and icons across the globe to inspire the next generation of young football fans and grow their love of the game.”
“I’m delighted to be an ambassador for EA SPORTS FC FUTURES,” said Ian Wright. “This is where football starts, right here in our communities and investing in the game is a crucial step toward advancing global football. That starts with providing kids access to much-needed facilities in order for them to be able to play as much as possible in safe, local spaces. I’m grateful my old school can play a part in the future of football, and it’s an honour to be involved.”
“Growing up in London, I was always looking for a way to get onto the pitch,” said Emma Hayes, manager of WSL’s Chelsea. “I’m ecstatic that women and underrepresented talent are getting the resources many of us didn’t. FC FUTURES is a fantastic way to provide opportunities for the next generation of fans to explore and further their
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