Level Playing Field is delighted to announce former England manager Roy Hodgson CBE is to be its Patron.
The charity campaigns for good access and inclusion at live sports events for disabled supporters.
An influential figure in the game, boasting an impressive coaching career, Roy began his career in Sweden and went on to manage clubs with great success across Europe and, of course, in the Premier League.
During his illustrious career in football management, he has coached national teams including Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, Finland, and of course, England. He led the Three Lions to three major international tournaments, including the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, as well as Euro 2012 and Euro 2016.
Tony Taylor, Chair of Level Playing Field, said: “We are delighted to welcome Roy as our new Patron.
“He joins us at an exciting time for the charity. The power of attending live sport should never be underestimated and the opportunity to participate in the beautiful game, in however you choose, should be available to all.
“His footballing achievements are inspiring, and I am confident his appointment will have a decisive influence on Level Playing Field moving forward”.
Level Playing Field’s President, David Bernstein CBE, himself a former Chair of the Football Association, said: “It is great for us to have Roy on board.
“The legacy he has in football and sport is admirable and will be integral as the charity continues to work towards future missions and aims”.
Roy said: “I am really proud to join Level Playing Field as their new Patron.
“The work it does is vital in ensuring disabled sports fans are rightly included and have an equal opportunity to watch football and other sports.
“Over my years managing, I have looked up into the stands and have seen visible improvements in infrastructure as well as in stadium facilities for disabled fans but clearly there is a lot more to do.”