Midfielder Lucas Bergvall visited Galliard Primary School as part of Tottenham Hotspur’s NextGen programme

Lucas Bergvall visits Galliard Primary School (credit THFC)

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall has visited a primary school in Edmonton to share some of his skills with local children.

The Swedish midfielder dropped in on a session for around 30 children between the ages of ten and eleven at Galliard Primary School as part of the Premier League club’s NextGen programme, delivered by the club’s football development team.

The NexGen programme provides free opportunities for aspiring young players to enhance their skills and confidence based on the “philosophy and coaching methodology” of Tottenham Hotspur, who currently sit 13th in the league table.

The programme, which launched in January 2023, is delivered in some of the areas of greatest socio-economic deprivation in London.

Lucas said: “It was great to see all the kids enjoying the activities at the school. It reminds of my childhood growing up in Sweden, having opportunities to play football with my friends and having fun, learning new stuff every day.”

After the session Galliard pupil Michael, aged ten, said: “I am a massive Spurs fan, so this was a very special day for me. I was so excited when he arrived.”

Lucas Bergvall enjoys a kick about with pupils at Galliard Primary School (credit THFC)

Donny Campaniello, NextGen co-ordinator at Tottenham Hotspur, said: “It was a pleasure to have Lucas attend the session today and see his commitment to supporting development pathways for aspiring young footballers in our community. He was also able to provide a fascinating insight into his own journey to becoming a professional footballer.

“Our NextGen programme provides all players opportunities to progress into the club’s overarching player development programmes and is a fantastic platform for those who are seeking a clear route into football, whatever their level. Our mission is to support individual players at each step of their football journey.”

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Visit tottenhamhotspur.com/the-club/football-development

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