<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Samba Foundation FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Playing Football For Good Causes Across Scotland]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/match-reports</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:38:33 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Home of the Set Fare Arena, Livingston FC: Supporting Livingston FC Youth Academy]]></title><description><![CDATA[A brilliant but blustery day at the Set Fare Arena as Samba were in action for Game 13. We saw every type of weather imaginable - short of a snowstorm - but it didn't dampen the spirits of the lads. It was a poignant afternoon, with everyone putting in a shift knowing Linda was watching over us, raising vital funds for the Livingston FC Youth Academy. First Half It was a tightly contested opening 45 minutes with plenty of quality on display from both sides. For a long time, it looked like...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/home-of-the-set-fare-arena-livingston-fc-supporting-livingston-fc-youth-academy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d50</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:53:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_c5509cdea4a04ebbbcb0f10c31c444c5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Douglas Park, Clyde FC: Supporting Blameless Children's Charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our first match of 2026 took us to New Douglas Park for Game 12, and once again the Samba brought the weather. A bright February day set the scene in Hamilton and the lads delivered another cracking contest, raising funds for Blameless, a charity doing vital work supporting people affected by homelessness. First Half The Yellows started fast and took control early. The pressure paid off when Joe Dickens made a smart interception, drove forward, and clipped a ball over the defender for Graham...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/new-douglas-park-clyde-fc-supporting-blameless-children-s-charity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d49</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:10:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_70831b0edd5c4bf1af8762d804a286ad~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_971,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Station Park, Forfar Athletic FC: Supporting Tayside Mountain Rescue and Forfar Community Trust]]></title><description><![CDATA[Game 11 at Station Park was one of the most meaningful days we have had as a group. This match held huge significance for our teammate Joe Dickens. The reason Joe is still with us today is down to the actions of Josh Foster and the team at Tayside Mountain Rescue. This was the first time Joe, Josh, and the rescuers were together on a pitch since the accident, creating a powerful and emotional moment for everyone involved. Joe’s family filled the stand and his daughters, joined by friends,...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/station-park-forfar-athletic-fc-supporting-tayside-mountain-rescue-and-forfar-community-trust</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d48</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 20:12:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_adf66a59f0984c84ab12a1a94675b861~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Central Park, Cowdenbeath FC: Supporting Cowden in the Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Samba Foundation FC comes to town, the sun always seems to follow. A bit of morning rain left the pitch in perfect condition and we were treated to another cracking match filled with goals, big moments, and brilliant football. We were also joined by Cowdenbeath manager Paul McLean and first team players Liam Watt and Raymond Reddington, which made the occasion even more special. With £1,314 raised for Cowden in the Community, this was another day to be proud of. First Half The Yellows...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/central-park-cowdenbeath-fc-supporting-cowden-in-the-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d4e</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 20:05:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_d50864e8b192444ba3fa3b606d5bd03b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shielfield Park, Berwick Rangers FC: Supporting Berwick Rangers Community Academy and RNLI Berwick upon Tweed Lifeboats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Game 9 saw the Samba lads make the trip to Shielfield Park, home of Berwick Rangers FC, and it turned into one of our best occasions yet. The weather could not have been better. Sunshine, 20 degrees, and an immaculate pitch thanks to Ross the groundsman. This match also carried brilliant community impact. We raised £1,450 in total, donating £1,000 to Berwick Rangers Community Academy and £450 to RNLI Berwick upon Tweed Lifeboats. That RNLI amount included £200 from Samba Foundation FC and...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/shielfield-park-berwick-rangers-fc-supporting-berwick-rangers-community-academy-and-rnli-berwick-u</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d43</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 20:00:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_7d04bb6224674c73a7441ecc507bf679~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hanlon Stevenson Cup at Easter Road, home of Hibernian FC: In Support of Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[After months in the making, we returned to Easter Road for a very special occasion, the inaugural Hanlon Stevenson Cup. The match was played in memory of Ian McDonald and brought together two squads united by purpose. The Hanlon Stevenson Foundation team featured five Hibs legends, Darren McGregor, Ian Murray, Steven Tweed, Derek Riordan, and Marvin Bartley, along with fan favourites Barrie Wilkins and Frankie Mack. It made for a brilliant occasion and one we were proud to be part of. The sun...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/the-hanlon-stevenson-cup-at-easter-road-home-of-hibernian-fc-in-support-of-edinburgh-children-s-ho</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d46</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 19:50:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_7f672146267945fcb5351b40357a74d2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Vanloq Community Stadium, Spartans FC: Supporting Spartans Community Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our seventh charity match took us to The Vanloq Community Stadium, home of Spartans FC. Right on cue, the clouds cleared before kick off and the sun came out. We seem to have a habit of picking great weather for these games. This match also helped raise £906.25 for the Spartans Community Foundation, a brilliant total for a cause that supports so many people in the local area. Once again the game delivered everything we have come to expect from these fixtures. End to end football, plenty of...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/the-vanloq-community-stadium-spartans-fc-supporting-spartans-community-foundation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d4b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 19:36:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_299dfea0f51e46c8aeb493e2ad4e70f8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayview Stadium, Home of East Fife FC: Supporting The Cookie Jar Foundation and CLEAR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our sixth charity match took us to Bayview Stadium, the home of East Fife FC. For the last day in November we could not have asked for better weather. Sunshine and 12 degrees made it a perfect afternoon for football. As always, a huge thanks to Celsius Plumbing and Heating for their support and for helping us create days like this. The match itself was a thriller from start to finish. The Yellow team burst out of the blocks and raced into a 3-0 lead inside 20 minutes. Dirk Otway played a...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/bayview-stadium-home-of-east-fife-fc-supporting-the-cookie-jar-foundation-and-clear</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d52</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:14:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_07b96aa7bda14fcc8f80f321cf70c3aa~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Broadwood Stadium: In Support of Cumbernauld and District Women’s Aid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our fifth charity match took place under the lights at Broadwood Stadium, the former home of Clyde FC and the current ground of Rangers Women. It was a special night for the club. We debuted our brand new kits, proudly sponsored by Celsius Plumbing and Heating, and our new badge lit up the stadium scoreboard. A brilliant moment for everyone involved. This match also carried deep meaning. It was played in honour of Graham Burns, the father of our own Kris Burns, who sadly passed away just...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/broadwood-stadium-in-support-of-cumbernauld-and-district-women-s-aid</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d47</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:00:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_420229710905479388015d02b90aefd4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Special Night at Stark’s Park, Supporting Kirkcaldy Foodbank and Raith Rovers Community Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[We had the privilege of playing our fourth charity match at Stark’s Park, the home of Raith Rovers FC. It was a brilliant venue for the occasion and made the night even more special. This match also marked the final outing for our current kits before we unveil our new ones, kindly sponsored by Celsius Plumbing and Heating. The weather in Kirkcaldy was perfect, with clear skies and sunshine setting the scene for a cracking match. From the first whistle it was end to end, with both teams...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/a-special-night-at-stark-s-park-supporting-kirkcaldy-foodbank-and-raith-rovers-community-foundation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d4f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:41:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_d2f732d03cec4ce0974e5a87f2952f69~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easter Road, Home of Hibernian FC: In Support of Hibernian Community Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Playing at Easter Road in May was something special. For many of the lads it was a boyhood dream, and to do it while raising money for Hibernian Community Foundation made the day even better. The Foundation does brilliant work across the local community, so it felt great to give something back. We could not have asked for better weather. Not a cloud in the sky and the sun beating down on Leith. Both teams handled the heat well and put on a cracking game. There were quality goals at both ends...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/easter-road-home-of-hibernian-fc-in-support-of-hibernian-community-foundation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d4d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:27:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_26bea97869da44d4af7c0e589d8470fc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_544,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Falkirk Stadium: Samba Foundation Friendly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our second outing of the year took us back to The Falkirk Stadium. The plan was simple, get the lads together and shake off the cobwebs. There’s always something special about stepping out with this group, and the game did not disappoint. It was end to end from the first whistle. Both teams played some lovely stuff and the goals kept coming. The blue team edged it 6-5 in the end, but it could have gone either way. At 5-5 in stoppage time, tired legs started to show and a late tackle in the...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/the-falkirk-stadium-samba-foundation-friendly</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d4c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:22:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_e2433f9ac3574e6e9f6d897da9a79ca7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_846,h_634,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity Match for Brick: In aid of Cancer Research UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our first ever charity game set the tone for everything we wanted Samba to be. We had stepped away from the Edinburgh amateur leagues to focus on matches that meant something. This one meant a lot. The weather was brutal. Heavy rain, strong winds, the full works. But nothing was stopping us taking to the pitch for Brick. He was part of the Samba family many years ago and sadly passed away early last year. This match was played in his memory, and the lads turned up in force. The pitch held up...]]></description><link>https://www.sambafoundationfc.uk/post/impactful-matches-samba-foundation-fc-s-charitable-contributions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e4a7c1940200587a251d45</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:07:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/181818_edf31a1680c74c9b9d19dcb1bf0352c2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_715,h_540,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samba Foundation</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>