UK Armed Forces squad celebrate Kentish Cup triumph with visits to 10 Downing Street and MOD

The UK Armed Forces football team have celebrated their 2023 Kentish Cup triumph with visits to the Ministry of Defence and Royal Chelsea Hospital.

The team were also able to get a photo opportunity outside 10 Downing Street.

The invite to the MOD's Main Building was extended by the Chief of the Defence Staff, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, who wanted to reward the players for their success.

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The day started with a tour around the Royal Chelsea Hospital and a chance for Chelsea Pensioners Bert and Malcolm to get a picture with the Kentish Cup trophy.

From there, the team took some pictures outside 10 Downing Street before their visit to Main Building.

"He's very high up isn't he?," said UKAF player Jake Gosling when asked about Admiral Sir Tony Radakin's role as CDS.

"It's nice to have that back-and-forth banter. He, unfortunately, supports Bristol City and I played for Bristol Rovers.

"He seemed really nice and we're very proud to be here."

Some of the younger members of the squad will now turn their attention to service rivalry with the under-23s Inter Services, with every moment of the tournament live on the Forces News YouTube channel.