Oxford Phoenix FC
In partnership with Asylum Welcome and Oxford United in the Community, our football team in Oxford provides a safe and inclusive space for refugees, asylum seekers, and young migrants.
We run a football group for young men aged 15-25 who are refugees, asylum seekers or vulnerable migrants in Oxfordshire twice a week. Founded in 2021 the football team connects participants with likeminded individuals, helping them therapeutically through football and integrating them into the community.
Watch this video created for our Big Give Christmas Challenge 2024, featuring an interview with Youcef El Barhdadi, our Football Coordinator. Youcef highlights the incredible impact our football team has had on the community and shares exciting plans for the 2025/2026 season.