Welcome to XLFC Weight-loss Football!

XLFC "Kicks Off" with Reading's first weightloss and mental health 11s football team, Formed in 2022.

Football holds a special place in our lives, and the passion we play it with reflects this. At one point or another, every single one of us has dreamt of being a footballer. And while this dream will never become a reality, we ALL value what football brings to our lives. We respect the game and choose it as our means to live out a happier, healthier life.

We now invite you to join us on our respective journeys, as part of the wider XLFC Community.

“Becoming a footballer is only the first half of the silent prayer a kid offers up to the sky or confides to his teacher in a primary school essay. The second part, is the name of the team he wants to play for.”

– Andre Pirlo.

Our clubs are built on the foundations of support, cooperation, dedication and enjoyment in the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. We are incredibly proud of our teams, the way they conduct themselves on the pitch and the journey they are on as individuals off it. We are honoured to be part of the XLFC family. Join us via our regular blog posts, for regular information from XLFC Weight-loss Football.