ClubGemma Evans and Faye Kirby inspire next generation at LFC Foundation session

The pair attended a Premier League Kicks girls' session at Anfield Sports and Community Centre, where they spent time meeting and supporting the 30 young girls in attendance.

The visit began with an engaging Q&A, giving the youngsters the opportunity to ask questions about life as a professional footballer, their journey in the game, the challenges they faced on the way and how they overcame them.

Evans and Kirby shared their personal experiences and advice on how to achieve their goals while reinforcing how important it is to believe in themselves and to enjoy playing the game.

After the Q&A, the players headed out to the pitch to take part in a football session, where they joined the girls to offer encouragement and play in small-sided games.

Evans said: "We have all been in the same position as these girls in the past. It's fantastic that LFC Foundation has these sessions for girls to be able to participate regularly at this age and hopefully these girls keep attending and keep enjoying playing the game we all love."

Kirby added: "We always enjoy visiting LFC Foundation and meeting some of the incredible people they work with.

"The girls were brilliant and it's so important that these young girls can see that there is a pathway for them. If we are able to help inspire and encourage them, then we are privileged to be able to do that."

LFC Foundation's Premier League Kicks girls sessions are designed to create a safe, welcoming and supportive space for young women and girls to enjoy football and stay active.

Funded by the Premier League, the female-only sessions are delivered by LFC Foundation coaches in local community venues across the Liverpool City Region, with a focus on football skills, building confidence and encouraging teamwork.

The sessions take place weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings for girls aged between eight and 16. More information can be found here.