SCHOOLS from across Flintshire attended a World Cup festival at Deeside Leisure Centre.

Three-hundred youngsters from local primary schools attended on Monday of last week to create banners and show their support for Wales; whilst 100 secondary school pupils attended on Tuesday to participate in football matches, followed by a fun session at the Inflatable Park.

Beth Conway and Will Broster, school and community sport coordinators, at the Aura Sports Development team said: “It has been great to invite schools to take part in our World Cup Festivals.

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"Twenty-eight primary schools brought 38 teams, and decorated the entrance of Deeside Leisure Centre with their wonderful banners.

The Leader:

"Congratulations to Golftyn CP School who were the winning team. A big thank you also to Macron for sponsoring the event.

"Five secondary schools brought nine boys and nine girls teams to the festival and enjoyed a visit to Aura’s Inflatable Park as well.

The Leader:

"A special thanks to Year 10 students from Mold Alun who came along to referee the event.

"It has been amazing to see so many children and young people playing and enjoying football, and getting so excited to see Wales in the World Cup this year. These festivals have been a great way to celebrate!”