Born on Tyneside,
Built For Everyone
A community 11-a-side football club from the North East of England — proudly supporting physical and mental wellbeing.
From a Kickabout to a Community
A collection of strangers brought together by a structured weight-loss program centered around a love of the beautiful game.
The "XL" in our name refers to the name of the league that we compete in but is also a promise: there's room for everyone here — every size, shape, and story. We're a growing club and community that was born through weight loss and socialising, but the idea hasn't changed. Turn up, get stuck in, look after each other.
Our values
Inclusivity
Every size, shape, and story. The 'XL' in our name is a promise.
Look after each other
On the pitch and off it — nobody here is left to fight alone.
Minds matter
Football is the way in; looking after each other is the point.
Proudly local
Built by the North East community, for the North East community.
In it together
Players, volunteers and supporters — one club, one direction.
Play with heart
Amateur in status, serious in spirit. We give it everything.
The committee
360 Support
This club is about looking after one another. Whatever you're carrying, on the pitch or off it, there's a non-judgemental ear here whenever you need one — no questions, no fuss, just people who understand.