The Players Together initiative has made its first contribution to the NHS. Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson was among the Premier League stars involved in helping to set up the charity which has partnered with NHS Charities Together (NHSCT).
But after a high profile launch and social media campaign ten days ago, the challenge was to get the funds being set up and paid in and that is now underway.
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire, Tottenham ’s England captain Harry Kane and Manchester City star Raheem Sterling have been among the dozens of players to offer support.
They set up a system where players at all of their clubs can make donations, can donate a proportion of their salary and they hope to raise millions after a