Are You Fat Enough to Play in This Soccer League?

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 7 min read 100% complete by Thomas FullerJanuary 11, 2026 at 11:02 AM

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Man v Fat, a soccer league originating in Britain in 2014, is expanding in the United States. The league caters to men who are overweight, offering a competitive environment combined with humor to encourage weight loss. Players are weighed before each match, and weekly food logs are reviewed. League standings are determined by both game wins and weight loss. The U.S. expansion began in 2024, and there are now leagues in multiple states, including Texas, New York, New Jersey, and Florida. The program aims to provide a supportive and engaging alternative to traditional weight-loss programs, appealing to men seeking to improve their health through soccer and camaraderie.

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New York 40% Florida 40% New Jersey 40% Texas 50% Fat Man United ×250% Totten-Ham and Cheese ×250% Dallas ×260% Britain 60% Joseph Alvarado Delgado ×370% Anthony Williams ×370% United States 70% Man v Fat ×490%

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man v fat 100% weight loss 90% soccer league 80% men's health 70% diet 60% self-deprecating humor 60% competitive soccer 50% adult soccer 50%

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New York Times - World

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Center-Left (-0.30)

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90%

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United States

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