The founder of a midnight football league set up for players fasting during Ramadan has said he is “delighted” to be able to play outside in accordance with the easing of the Covid-19 lockdown. Saltley Stallions Football Club in Birmingham was unable to host games last year due to the pandemic and players could only participate in online fitness sessions. Obayed Hussain, founder of the Midnight Ramadan League and the football club, said the set-up provides a “regular outlet and space for our players to socialise safely”. Players participate in the Midnight Ramadan League (Jacob King/PA)The midnight games see more than 200 players take part each year and are designed to help young people’s mental health and fitness during the month of fasting. Members of Saltley Stallions Football Club eat together after fasting during Ramadan (Jacob King/PA)Saltley Women’s co-founder Yasmin Nessa said: “This is the first year we will be playing as a team during Ramadan.

Source: Express May 02, 2021 09:00 UTC