Farsley Celtic Deaf have reached the semi finals of the Deaf Champions’ League in Greece.
The Celts, one of the top deaf teams in the UK, beat Reims 2-1 in Athens today thanks to goals from Palmer and Carey. Farsley moved a step closer to the ultimate prize in deaf football thanks to a strong defensive performance.
Tomorrow (Friday) they play Greek side and five-times European champions Pok Athens in the semi final, with a 9am kick off. The match will be streamed live on YouTube.
After an opening game defeat against P.O.A.K.M Tripoli, The Celts’ are unbeaten and secured a creditable 0-0 draw against last year’s champions Paris.
- Ten Farsley Celtic Deaf players have been selected for the England Deaf men’s squad for this year’s European championships. A club spokesperson said: “We are immensely proud of all of you and wish you, the team and staff all the very best. We know how hard you work for club and country.”