John Croot invented Walking Football, a distinctive small-sided ball game, in 2011. This sport shares similarities with Association Football, which adds to its appeal. When engaged in the game, your practiced skills resurface and familiar memories come flooding back due to its recognizable nature. It’s the beloved game you remember, but played with a fresh approach.
Walking football is a modified version of traditional football,where no running’ lower impact’ Smaller team,smaller pitches, modified rules,social aspects are the key feature.
Walking football is increasingly popular in many Scottish areas as a recreational choice for people of all ages. This distinct form of football, permitting only walking, prioritizes not just physical fitness but also stresses the importance of community involvement.

John sutton: Walking Football is designed for older individuals or those with limited mobility, resembling traditional football but with adjusted rules. Participants can take three touches and are not allowed to run, creating a low-pressure environment suitable for everyone to enjoy.
Cairney:
Certainly! Cairney, a former player who spent 30 years in traditional football before retiring, returned to the field in August by joining walking football. Engaging in this form of the game helps him stay in shape and maintain his health even after his professional career.

Javed Ali
He said i love Playing football in childhood but after that my leg was Injured. Then he stop Playing traditional games for 20 years.
But he later returned to walking football since it had renewed his passion for the game.
He said football is really important thing in my life.
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