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About Merseyside Christian Lague
Read more →The Merseyside Christian League (MCL) is an amateur football league based in Merseyside, England. It was founded in 1972 and currently has over 100 teams playing in a variety of divisions. The league is affiliated to the Football Association.
The MCL was founded in 1972 by a group of Christian footballers who wanted to provide a competitive and enjoyable environment for Christians to play football. The league has grown steadily over the years and now has over 100 teams playing in a variety of divisions.
The MCL is affiliated to the Football Association and its teams are eligible to enter the FA Vase and FA Sunday Cup. The league has also produced a number of players who have gone on to play professional football, including Michael Owen and Steven Gerrard.
Last updated: Thursday, 27 June 2024
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