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UK Blind Football

UK Blind Football is an adaptive sport for visually impaired players, played on a small, enclosed pitch. Teams consist of five players, with one sighted guide on the pitch to assist and direct. The game uses a ball embedded with noise-making devices, allowing players to locate it through sound. The sport emphasizes heightened auditory and tactile awareness, strategic positioning, and teamwork. It is governed by the British Blind Sport organization, promoting inclusivity and providing competitive opportunities at national and international levels. Overall, it offers visually impaired athletes an exciting, skillful, and community-oriented form of football.