E51 – Football for All: Improving Accessibility Across the Game – ft. Michael Rice

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In this episode, we speak with Michael Rice from AccessibALL about how accessibility in football is developing across Europe and beyond. From major tournaments such as Euro 2024 to practical, low-cost changes at club level, we explore how the game is moving toward more inclusive matchday experiences for disabled fans, staff and media. These stories show how accessibility is becoming a core part of modern football operations and long-term planning.

We explored several intriguing questions:

• What is the current state of accessibility across European football?
• Which low-cost improvements have the biggest impact on matchday experience?
• How can clubs work with disabled supporters to identify real needs?
• What can smaller clubs learn from major tournaments and leaders like Atlético de Madrid?
• Which new technologies and regulations will shape accessibility in the years ahead?