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FC United of Manchester is a community football club based in Moston, North Manchester. We have a principled commitment to be of benefit to our local community and to work with everyone in the community through an inclusive ethos that resonates with our membership. We are passionate and understanding of the wider role that football clubs can play in assisting communities local to them. Our community programme is varied and not exclusive to football or sport - ‘we do things differently’ and our community programme is evidence of this. FC United - Football & Community United.

Kick Racism Out of Football: All Welcome at FC!

FC United’s manifesto states that “The club will develop strong links with the local community and strive to be accessible to all, discriminating against none”. As we know there are increasing tensions in our communities around immigration and as a consequence sadly an increase in incidents of racism.

Kick Racism Out of Football: All Welcome at FC!

FC United of Manchester Wins “Our Manchester” Award at 2025 Manchester Sports Awards

We’re thrilled to announce that FC United of Manchester has been honoured with the “Our Manchester” Award at the Manchester Sports Awards 2025, recognising our club’s outstanding contribution to the local community.

FC United of Manchester Wins “Our Manchester” Award at 2025 Manchester Sports Awards

Kick Into Fun This Half-Term with FC United’s Football Camp!

FC United of Manchester is excited to welcome local children to our Half-Term Activities (HAF) Football Camp this festive season! This free football camp is for children aged 5–11 who are on free school meals, giving them a chance to have fun, stay active, and enjoy some festive cheer.

Kick Into Fun This Half-Term with FC United’s Football Camp!

Move with Morrisso Health at FC United

Looking to move more, feel better, and enjoy exercise in a supportive environment? Morrisso Health has a series of sessions at FC United, designed specifically for people living with long-term health conditions or those who may be at risk of developing one. Not sure if you can join because of a long-term health condition? Reach out to Kathy, who will provide guidance and help you find the right session for you.

Move with Morrisso Health at FC United

Stronger Together: Community-Led Support for Long-Term Health in North Manchester

There’s lots to look forward to in North Manchester as our Health Creation Lead, Lauren Gregory, shares news of the four organisations we have in partnered with as part of the Health Creation project.

Stronger Together: Community-Led Support for Long-Term Health in North Manchester

Celebrating Female Football: October Half Term Festival Success

This October half term, we were thrilled to host a Female Football Festival in partnership with the Nurturing Foundation, supported by Manchester FA. The festival brought together girls aged 11-16 to enjoy the game through fun activities and small-sided tournaments, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.

Celebrating Female Football: October Half Term Festival Success

Youth United Day: Celebrating Our Brilliant Young People!

On Saturday, 8th November, we’re thrilled to host Youth United Day here at the club — a special celebration of our amazing young members and the fantastic community organisations that support them every day.

Youth United Day: Celebrating Our Brilliant Young People!

Half Term football camp (October)

Join our October Half Term Football Camp — a fun, inclusive programme for boys and girls aged 6–11 of all abilities, focused on developing skills, building confidence, and making new friends through the love of the game.

Half Term football camp (October)

Big Coat Day is Back!

FC United will once again be doing its bit to help those in need, in and around Greater Manchester, this winter through its annual Big Coat Day. This year we will be collecting much-needed warm coats at our fixture against Ilkeston Town to ensure we attract as many donations as possible.

Big Coat Day is Back!