In this new edition of our newsletter, we look back at some of the key Social and Environmental Sustainability initiatives materialised across European domestic football in March 2026.
Throughout the month, European leagues continued to translate their shared commitment to responsibility, inclusion and sustainability into concrete action. This month was notably marked by a strong mobilisation across Europe against discrimination and racism, alongside dedicated initiatives around International Women’s Day, highlighting football’s role in promoting equality, respect and inclusion.
Lega B launches B4People, its new social and environmental sustainability platform – Lega Serie B, Italy
Lega Serie B unveiled B4People as the umbrella platform for its social and environmental sustainability work, bringing greater coherence and continuity to community initiatives and preparing the ground for a structured ESG project to be rolled out from autumn – Read the news [Translated news]
Football for the Future: Pro League pushes greener travel to stadiums – Pro League, Belgium
Belgian professional football used its Football for the Future campaign to highlight clubs’ environmental initiatives and encourage supporters to choose walking, cycling, public transport or carpooling. The wider programme aims to reduce the joint environmental impact of the league and clubs by at least 10% by 2028, with fan mobility identified as a major emissions source – Read the news [Translated news]
French professional football promotes accessibility with “The Most Inclusive Match” – Ligue de Football Professionnel, France
For Toulouse FC v FC Lorient, the LFP and its partners used The Most Inclusive Match to spotlight and strengthen stadium accessibility for people with disabilities, including accessible shuttles, audio-description, visual assistance, sensory-friendly spaces and dedicated staff support – Read the news [Translated news]
NIFL launches #NotInOurGame campaign to tackle violence against women – NI Football League, Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Football League used its platform to raise awareness of violence against women, encourage public conversation and promote support services through its new #NotInOurGame campaign – Read the news
DFB steps up anti-racism action during International Weeks Against Racism – DFB, Germany
The German Football Association marked the International Weeks Against Racism with awareness activities, campaign materials for clubs and support for the #BewegtGegenRassismus day of action, reinforcing football’s role in promoting diversity, respect and inclusion – Read the news [Translated news]
EFL’s DAO programme driving tangible improvements for disabled supporters – EFL, England
The EFL continues to strengthen accessibility through its Disabled Access Officer (DAO) programme, supporting clubs in improving facilities, services and the overall matchday experience for disabled fans. The initiative helps embed consistent accessibility standards across clubs – Read the news
LALIGA marks five years of its VS RACISM platform – LALIGA, Spain
LALIGA EA SPORTS celebrated the fifth edition of VS RACISM, describing it as a long-term, structural project to combat hate, discrimination and racism inside and beyond football through awareness, prevention and reporting – Read the news
Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2 unite for league-wide anti-hate matchday – DFL, Germany
Through the TOGETHER! Stop Hate. Be a Team. campaign, the DFL, the DFL Foundation and all 36 professional clubs coordinated a league-wide action matchday to promote social cohesion, respect, fair play and solidarity during the International Weeks Against Racism – Read the news
Liga Portugal joins Players’ Union’s “Projeto Golo” to support reconstruction efforts – Liga Portugal, Portugal
The Fundação do Futebol – Liga Portugal joined the Players’ Union’s Projeto Golo, with goals scored on matchday 30 of Liga Portugal Betclic and Liga Portugal 2 Meu Super helping support reconstruction in Portugal’s central region – Read the news [translated news]
Super League Greece dedicates matchday 24 to women’s rights and gender equality – Super League Greece, Greece
Super League Greece dedicated its 24th matchday to raising awareness of women’s rights, gender equality, the elimination of discrimination and zero tolerance for gender-based violence, with players and referees wearing themed shirts and stadium audio messages broadcast across the league – Read the news [translated news]
Niké liga raises donations per fan to support mental health charity IPčko – Niké Liga, Slovakia
As part of Niké liga pomáha, sponsor Niké increased its contribution from €0.50 to €1 per fan attending matches that weekend, with proceeds directed to IPčko, a Slovak organisation providing help and support services – Read the news [translated news]
Premier League Stadium Fund celebrates 25 years of investment across the football pyramid – Premier League, England
The Premier League marked 25 years of the Premier League Stadium Fund, which has distributed £220 million to more than 1,000 clubs, helping improve facilities, accessibility and the financial and environmental sustainability of men’s and women’s clubs beyond the top flight – Read the news
Lega Serie A and EA SPORTS FC open inclusive community pitch in Milan – Lega Serie A, Italy
Lega Serie A and EA SPORTS FC launched a new community football pitch in Milan under the FC FUTURES grassroots programme, creating a safe and inclusive space designed to widen access to football, strengthen the local community and inspire young people – Read the news
SPFL Trust Youth Hubs empower young people through football and community support – SPFL, Scotland
The SPFL Trust is expanding its Youth Hubs, using football to engage young people through safe spaces, mentoring and wellbeing support. The programme promotes social inclusion and personal development within local communities – Read the news