Manx football

Manx football refers to the soccer played on the Isle of Man, a small island in the Irish Sea. The sport is organized locally with several clubs competing in the Isle of Man Football League, which operates below the level of larger UK leagues. While the Isle of Man does not have a professional national team, it has a vibrant amateur scene and occasionally participates in regional tournaments like the Island Games. The football culture on the island emphasizes community involvement and local rivalry, fostering a passionate, grassroots sporting environment rooted in tradition and local pride.