Before every home game, the OAFC Her Game Too team interview a visiting female fan, player or employee.
Today we caught up with Leila, a Solihull Moors fan!
Name: Leila Smith
Age: 6
Team: Solihull Moors
Can you tell us something about Solihull Moors we may not know?
They have a mascot called Soli the Moorkat! He’s very funny and says hello to us at the matches. He crept up on my dad and made him jump!
Me with Soli the Moorkat
How far have you travelled to watch your team?
I went to my first away game at Chesterfield this season but I hope to go to more soon.
Who is your favourite player and why?
My favourite player is Joe Sbarra because he always looks out for us and gives me a high five. He is really kind too. He gave my brother some signed boots and played football with us - it was brilliant!
Me & my brother with our favourite player Joe
Favourite memory as a fan?
I was a mascot at the Maidstone game, I was a bit nervous but it was lots of fun. It was exciting going in the tunnel and I was so happy because I got to walk out on the pitch with Joe!
Any players for us to watch out for?
Joe Sbarra and Josh Kelly. They’re really fast!
Walking out with Joe when I was a mascot. Photo credit: Dicky King
Prediction for today's game?
I hope Moors win 2-0!
Why do you enjoy football?
I like cheering all the goals! I enjoy playing in the garden with my brother and my dad. I used to pretend to be the physio if they got hurt but now I play too!
Do you have any thoughts on women’s football?
I loved watching the Lionesses win the Euros and seeing them lift the trophy. It made me laugh when they all came into the interview singing and dancing! We have been to watch Solihull Moors Women play too which was fun - but it was pouring with rain so we got a bit wet!
Flag bearing before a match. Photo credit: Dicky King
Do you have any other interests outside of football?
I enjoy reading, dancing and drawing.
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