There’s no denying it - we’ve all been enjoying the summer of football! With the World Cup bringing people together from across the globe, we’re bringing that same spirit of community, competition and teamwork to Croydon. This summer, CAYSH is teaming up with businesses for the CAYSH Cup - a competitive 5-a-side football tournament with one important goal: kicking out homelessness and helping young people build brighter futures. Who’s playing in The CAYSH Cup? We’re delighted to be joined by...

Celebrating local talent and footballing journeys from our community Croydon has a proud history of nurturing talent, and football is no exception. Across parks, school pitches and grassroots clubs, generations of young players have developed their skills, built confidence and chased big ambitions. What makes it special isn’t just the number of players who’ve made it to the top – it’s the shared starting point. Here are four players whose journeys all connect back to Croydon, each...