Historic Derby saw North East unite for purpose beyond football
While the Black Cats faced the Magpies for the first time in eight years in league competition, the official charities of the North East rivals united behind a greater cause.
Foundation of Light are launching our inaugural Fantasy Premier League competition, giving supporters the chance to compete and win prizes while donating to the Foundation of Light.
With the Black Cats’ return season in the Premier League just around the corner, there will be extra excitement for FPL players on Wearside as they craft their teams.
For just a £5 donation to Sunderland AFC’s official charity, you can enter the mini-league for a chance to win a signed SAFC shirt – plus other prize opportunities throughout the season.
Your donation will support Foundation of Light in their delivery of life-changing work across Sunderland, South Tyneside, and County Durham through the Wear One campaign.
Head to our Crowdfunder page to enter: Click Here
FYI – join before 15 August 2025 to guarantee you will score points from Gameweek 1.
How to enter:
Head to the FPL League page on Foundation of Light’s Crowdfunder by clicking the following link: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/foundation-of-light-fpl-league-202526
Click the ‘Donate’ button
Click the ‘Select reward’ button under the £5 FPL League Entry
Complete the form to proceed with the donation
The link with the league code will be sent to you by 4pm on Friday 15 August
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