As the World Cup kicks off in Qatar, we look at the initiatives around the world which are using football as a way to solve problems off the pitch.

We meet the people using the beautiful game to support men with their mental health in the UK, bring people together after conflict in Iraq and build the confidence of girls in the Netherlands.

Presenter: Myra Anubi

Reporters: Jo Casserly and Craig Langran

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Image: Roxanne ‘Rocky’ Hehakaija