The seniors are going to play: the second edition of the Competitive Walking Football Tournament is coming

The Cidade do Futebol in Oeiras is preparing to host the second edition of the Competitive Walking Football Tournament on April 25th. Promoted by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), the initiative aims to establish this football variant as a tool for social inclusion, health promotion, and active ageing. Following the inaugural edition on January 31st, which featured 152 participants across 12 teams, the tournament returns to consolidate the sport's growth in Portugal. Walking Football is an adaptation designed for people over 50, where running is prohibited to reduce injury risks. The sport is part of the FPF's 'Uniting Football' programme, which seeks to foster a truly inclusive football environment across all generations.