Michael Owen and son James explore sight loss and football in inspiring new documentary on TNT Sports
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ByEurosport
Updated 22/01/2024 at 13:40 GMT
Former England striker Michael and his son James, who has Stargardt disease, present ‘Football is for Everyone’, a new documentary which delves into the world of sight loss and football. This new film documents their journey behind the scenes with the England Partially Sighted Futsal Team in association with EE ahead of 2023 IBSA World Games. The documentary premieres on TNT Sports on January 30.
Michael Owen.
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TNT Sports will premiere Football is for Everyone, a new documentary presented by Michael Owen which delves into the world of sight loss and football, providing an intimate and inspiring look at the England Partially Sighted Futsal Team as they geared up for the 2023 IBSA World Games.
The former England striker is joined by his son James who was diagnosed at the age of eight with Stargardt disease, a chronic eye condition that all but ended his dream of following in his father’s footsteps and becoming a pro footballer.
The documentary, which will be shown on TNT Sports 1 at 11pm UK time on Tuesday, January 30, follows the pair as they seek to understand more about James’ condition through the lens of the England Partially Sighted Futsal Team.
Working with the FA in association with EE, Michael and James were granted unprecedented access. The film features candid interviews with the players and coaching staff, as they prepared for the IBSA World Games on home soil, offering a unique perspective on their training, camaraderie, and determination to overcome their various conditions.
The film was commissioned by TNT Sports and produced and directed by Mark Sharman, Theo Lee Ray and Isobel Williams.
Scott Young, Group SVP, Content, Production and Business Operations, WBD Sports Europe said: “Football is for Everyone offers an intimate look at the obstacles many face to play the sport they love.
"It was a pleasure to work closely with Michael and James on this project, particularly as it shows how the beautiful game can bring people together and, hopefully, inspire more inclusivity and accessibility in football.”
Football is for Everyone premieres on TNT Sports 1 at 11pm on January 30 and is also available on discovery+.
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