Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
Introduction
Powerleague is a leading operator of small sided football artificial pitches with 42 football centres across the UK, Ireland and Netherlands, based in Fitzrovia, London in England.
It is the original and premier provider of commercial small sided football in the UK, and has been operating since 1987.
Powerleague offers a variety of different leagues and tournaments, catering for all levels of ability.
The company also has a number of celebrity ambassadors, including David Beckham, Gary Lineker and Rio Ferdinand.
History
Powerleague was founded in 1987 by brothers Peter and Paul Johnson.
The company's first centre opened in Harrow, London, and it quickly expanded to other parts of the UK.
In 1999, Powerleague was acquired by the US company Soccerworld, but it remained under British management.
In 2016, Powerleague was acquired by the German company SGL Sports.
Leagues and tournaments
Powerleague offers a variety of different leagues and tournaments, catering for all levels of ability.
The company's most popular league is the Powerleague Premier League, which is open to teams of all abilities.
Other leagues offered by Powerleague include the Powerleague Sunday League, the Powerleague Corporate League and the Powerleague Women's League.
Powerleague also hosts a number of tournaments throughout the year, including the Powerleague Masters and the Powerleague World Cup.
