"As a volunteer for Football United, I have experienced the spirit of humanity and the magic of football firsthand. Anne and her awesome team do a super job in facilitating the various humanitarian football programs across Sydney. Football United provided me with an opportunity to help those who need it most. As a passionate football fan, coach, sport researcher and writer, I find the energy and enthusiasm these young kids and teenagers bring to the programs inspiring. Each story is truly heart-warming. I will continue to support Football United and spread the word as it is the greatest humanitarian project I've seen in Australian football".

Anthony uses social media and blogs to discuss the finer points of the beautiful game. Follow him on Twitter @AnthonySiokos or at his blog mrfootball.net.