We Believe Sport is for Everybody
Football is played all over the world and has the power to bring people together, to break down barriers and build friendships to enable us to share passion and support.
“Sport has the power to change the world…” – Nelson Mandela
Our Story
Katanga Youth Football Club is a sport for development charity that was started in 2021. We work with participants from disadvantaged communities, aged 5 – 18. We run a variety of London based football outreach projects that aim to give all young people the opportunity to play, learn and develop through football.
Our vision is to make sport accessible to all young people and youth living in London and to help by improving their educational outcomes, promoting gender equality and building life skills.
The Values That Guide Us
Inclusive & Empowering
We are committed to empowering and inspiring young people and we welcome everyone.
Ongoing Improvement
We are a forward-thinking, dynamic organisation that operates both proactively and responsively.
Lasting Impact
We have invested heavily in our ability to evidence our long term impact effectively to partners and stakeholders.
Our Team
Our experienced team members who are ready to develop the youngsters.
Ruphael Bereket
Coach Ruphael has coached football since Spring 2005 when he first established Katanga Football Club in Greater London, UK with just 8 players.
Deborah Worku
Deborah helped the club in so many ways following several years of serving as an assistant and co-founder of Katanga Youth FC 2020.
Sam B G/Kirstos
Samrawit became a FA Coach Mentor as she really enjoyed working with new coaches to help them develop their skills and provide constant support.
Testimonial from parents
What people say about us.
Becky & Joe
Thanks guys, Riley is really enjoying playing and training with the Katangas, his confidence has improved so much and he is really loving it, that's down to you guys and the other boys in the team! Thanks for welcoming Riley and making him feel valued.
Nuria
Siraj and his team won today, he scored a goal , he came happy and very proud of himself, I haven’t seen him that confidence before he is feeling great , he wants to say thanks to you not only him but me as well.
Ainsley Maitland Miles
Always try your best and keep your head up Little Katangas
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