Football in Sharston and Manchester
Sharston is an area in South Manchester where football is part of everyday life. While Sharston itself doesn’t have a major professional club, weekends are filled with grassroots matches and watch-parties for Manchester United and Manchester City.
Local football opportunities
Clubs such as Wythenshawe Amateurs FC welcome players from across South Manchester, giving children and adults the chance to stay fit, build confidence, and be part of a team.
When housing problems hit football families
Unfortunately, some tenants in Sharston tell us their enjoyment of football is overshadowed by issues at home such as:
- Damp and mould affecting asthma or breathing
- Leaks from damaged roofs or windows
- Cracked walls or ceilings
- Condensation in older flats with poor ventilation
One local player even said they felt embarrassed inviting teammates home after matches because of persistent damp.
Landlords’ responsibilities
Whether you rent from Manchester City Council, a housing association, or a private landlord, they must keep your property safe, warm, and in good repair under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.
If your landlord has ignored your reports of disrepair, you may be eligible for legal support to help get repairs carried out and, in some cases, pursue compensation. A regulated solicitor will assess your individual circumstances before any claim is started.
Compensation and support
Compensation (where awarded) depends on how serious the problem is, how long it lasted, and what impact it had on your health or belongings. Any online calculator should be viewed as illustrative only — every case is unique.
We can connect you with regulated solicitors who handle no-win-no-fee housing-disrepair cases; a success-fee deduction may apply on a win, and full terms are explained before you agree to proceed.
Need help?
If damp, mould, leaks, or structural issues are affecting your Sharston home, contact Disrepair Support for an initial eligibility check.
📞 0161 710 3295 📧 [email protected]
Important Information
Disrepair Support is a trading style of CFS Redundancy Payments Ltd, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 830857) for claims-management activity. Eligibility and outcomes depend on individual circumstances and solicitor assessment. No-win-no-fee arrangements apply only where accepted by our partner solicitors, and a success fee may be deducted from any compensation awarded. Full details are provided before any agreement is signed.
