Project
In 1994, European and Language Services (ELS) was first approached by the Football Association to provide French, Spanish and German for several groups and individuals as part of the preparations for Euro ‘96. We then continued with pre-tournament preparation teaching French on a one-to-one basis to several key staff members prior to France ‘98.
Since 1994, ELS has provided a variety of language courses for individuals and small groups, often to high-profile members of the organisation. Courses are always delivered on a very flexible basis taught at the Head Office in Soho Square in London or other UK offices. The various languages that have been taught include: Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, German and English as a Foreign Language. Learners at the FA are always taught key vocabulary related to football to enable them to communicate on a formal and informal basis as part of the international work they do. Video and audio recordings of matches from the television and radio, and texts from the international press are frequently used in lessons.
For Translation, ELS undertook most of the work associated with England’s 2006 World Cup bid and Media Guides for the Japan/Korea World Cup 2002 and Euro 04 in Portugal. We also currently translate the FA’s quarterly newsletter into French and Spanish and presentations for workshops delivered abroad.
Client Testimonial:
“The Football Association has a longstanding relationship with European and Language Services dating back to England’s 2006 World Cup Bid which ran from 1996-2000. Throughout the bidding process, and in the following nine years, European and Language Services from the University of North London (now London Metropolitan University) provided a comprehensive language support service including specialist translation and language teaching. They continue to provide a well-organised, reliable and highly professional level of service, notably prompt responses and quick turnaround times to ensure essential deadlines were met. We are looking forward to continuing this relationship throughout England’s current bid to host the 2018 World Cup”
Jane Bateman
Director of Campaign Operations
The Football Association