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Come for the Game, Stay for the Community: The Social Features Transforming Football at FC Urban

FC Urban is evolving beyond football sessions. With Friends Activity, Friends Filter, See Who's Joining, and the World Cup Leaderboard, players can now connect, compete, and build lasting football friendships both on and off the pitch.
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The World Cup Has 48 Teams. Ours Has 171.

The World Cup kicks off with 48 nations — but 171 nationalities play at FC Urban. From 11 June to 19 July, every game counts for your country. Here's how the World Cup Leaderboard works and how to become your country's champion.
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You probably know someone who loves football. You just haven't played with them yet.

You probably know someone who'd love to play football with you. The hard part isn't finding interest — it's turning that interest into something that actually happens every week. FC Urban Groups makes that the easy part.
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Share your stats, earn credits and get a chance to win FC Urban Gear!

We just launched shareable match and profile stats and we're rewarding every player who uses them. Share your stats, tag @fc_urban, earn 10 credits per post, and the most active sharing player wins FC Urban gear.
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Show Off Your Game: FC Urban's New Social Features Are Here

FC Urban has launched new social features that let players relive and share their football moments. View match reports, track goals and assists, filter your stats over time, and create shareable visuals for social media. Connect with other players and turn every FC Urban game into a story you can share.
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Corporate Pitch Hire in London: Weekly Football Block Bookings for Companies (No Admin)

FC Urban helps companies hire a football pitch in London with a weekly block booking (e.g., 10–12 weeks). Instead of one-off pitch rental and WhatsApp chaos, we secure a recurring slot and handle the organisation—attendance, reminders, and simple invoicing—so teams can play after-work 5-a-side consistently with zero admin.
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New Penalty System

FC Urban is introducing a clear penalty system to help keep games full, on time, and enjoyable for everyone. The system encourages players to show up when they book, arrive on time, and play with respect. Penalties may apply for no-shows, late cancellations, arriving late, or bad behaviour. The goal is simple: balanced teams, full sessions, and a safe, high-quality football experience every time you play.
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Making Credits Simpler: Important Updates Coming in 2026

Starting 5th of January 2026, we're simplifying how credits work. Credits will refresh every four weeks and won't roll over. Plus, we're introducing full transaction history so you always know where your credits are going.
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