Freedom was their goal
Prisoners on the notorious Robben Island during the apartheid era formed their own football association, Makana FA. They built their own pitch, organised league and cup competitions, playing the game as a symbol of their refusal to surrender to the regime. Yet they never had their own strip or badge. They do now with a specially designed shirt from Philosophy Football presented to surviving prisoners by England Fans during World Cup 2010. Now you can have yours too and celebrate one of the most inspiring tales of the power of football.
Commemorative Makana FA football shirt from http://www.philosophyfootball.com/view_item.php?pid=613
Here's a good offer from our resident band member. Copies can be had direct from John at a reduced price of £15 delivered and signed if requested. Contact him by e-mail at john_hemmingham@hotmail.com
Playing For England / John Hemmingham
Description:
If you know Fever Pitch, The Full Monty and Brassed Off, merge all three for the true story of the England Supporter’s Band and ‘Playing for England
It tells the story of what it’s like to play for England England
A roller coaster ride from the terraces to releasing records, meeting celebrities, players, travelling the world and suffering the lows but really celebrating the highs that watching England
Nothing else matters when you’re wearing the shirt and giving your all for your country. You will sweat blood to ensure an England
Richard Branson personally persuaded them to sign up for their first chart making record deal and the Band have since released many others plus three singles and an album for the World Cup 2010. They have made numerous TV and Radio appearances.
“Our dream is to play one day for England
