Luton Town Football Club is proud to support the return of the EFL PUMA Rainbow Ball, which serves as a symbol of inclusion, unity and pride and will feature across all Sky Bet EFL matches from 20 February to 1 March, including the Hatters' Sky Bet League One fixture against Burton Albion at Kenilworth Road.

The PUMA Rainbow Ball is a celebration of LGBTQ+ fans and represents the EFL and all Clubs’ commitment to ensuring football remains a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for every supporter, in every stadium. Throughout the season, Luton Town stands proudly alongside the EFL, Clubs, players and supporters together against homophobia.

Last season, goals scored with the Rainbow Ball saw PUMA donate £10,000 to Football v Homophobia (FvH), supporting their education and inclusion work across the season. PUMA will once again make a donation to Football v Homophobia for every goal scored with the Rainbow Ball across all Sky Bet Championship, League One and League Two fixtures. The funds will further support programmes designed to tackle homophobia, promote understanding, and strengthen inclusion at every level of the game.

David Stronell, chair of Rainbow Hatters supporter group, said: "The Rainbow Hatters are still working hard to establish ourselves and be recognised as we create a safe and welcoming space online, and can share time before, during and after matches to talk all things football.

"Our aim is to grow the group that starts conversations, builds allies and shows that inclusion is making football a space for everyone. The EFL’s Rainbow Ball weekend cements that important message and as a supporter group still trying to find its feet, it’s a reminder of why we exist and why our presence matters."

EFL Chief Executive Officer, Trevor Birch said: “The Rainbow Ball is a powerful symbol of the values we uphold across the EFL all season long. It not only reflects our longstanding commitment to ensuring the League is representative of all its diverse communities, but also reminds us that we all have a role to play in creating an environment in which everyone feels they truly belong. Together with our Clubs, players, managers and supporters, we stand proudly Together Against Homophobia, championing a game where everyone feels safe, respected and celebrated.”

If you would like to join Rainbow Hatters, please email [email protected]