This weekend we come together as a community to honour the life of Akeel Nanabawa and his beloved family, who tragically lost their lives in the Air India crash.
To celebrate Akeel’s passion for football, we are hosting the Akeel Nanabawa Charity Football Match – bringing together friends, former teammates, and a visiting team from Gloucester in a game that truly reflects the love and unity Akeel inspired.
Saturday 30th August
2:45 PM
Newport International Sports Village, NP19 4PT (Athletics Stadium)
Family Fun Day
Delicious food & dessert stalls
Bouncy castle & children’s activities
Homemade cakes
All proceeds will go towards the Nanabawa Masjid Fund, helping to build a lasting legacy in Akeel’s memory.
A special thanks to all generous sponsors for making this event possible – your support means so much to the community.
We invite you, your friends, and your families to come along for an afternoon of football, fun, and remembrance.
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Why join us? It’s : Free Fun Friendship don’t worry about the rain – the session will take place inside the marquee in bad weather! Please remember to register if you wish to attend : https://forms.gle/CdjZWk7ua5rMnJC86 Make sure to bring water with you!
To celebrate Akeel’s passion for football, we are hosting the Akeel Nanabawa Charity Football Match – bringing together friends, former teammates, and a visiting team from Gloucester in a game that truly reflects the love and unity Akeel inspired.
Saturday 30th August
2:45 PM
Newport International Sports Village, NP19 4PT (Athletics Stadium)
Family Fun Day 
Delicious food & dessert stalls
Bouncy castle & children’s activities
Homemade cakes
All proceeds will go towards the Nanabawa Masjid Fund, helping to build a lasting legacy in Akeel’s memory.
A special thanks to all generous sponsors for making this event possible – your support means so much to the community.
We invite you, your friends, and your families to come along for an afternoon of football, fun, and remembrance.
Bengal Dragons Foundation
