Spotted on the touchline: managers back Prostate United

Managers and head coaches across the Premier League and EFL showed their support for Prostate United last weekend, wearing Prostate Cancer UK's iconic Man of Men badge on touchlines, in dugouts and during press conferences. From Frank Lampard and David Moyes to Grant McCann and Brian Barry-Murphy, football united behind the challenge.

Among those backing the cause was Brian Barry-Murphy, whose Cardiff City side has assembled a squad of 18 participants this October. Speaking about the challenge, he said: "It's great to see so many football club staff, fans and famous faces taking part this October. The stats are really shocking, but it's a disease that is curable if caught early."

The show of support forms part of Prostate Cancer UK's long-standing partnership with the League Managers Association. Richard Bevan OBE, Chief Executive of the LMA, said: "Prostate United is a fantastic initiative to raise awareness of prostate cancer within the football community and beyond. Since its launch, thousands of people have shown their support and helped make a difference."

With more than 4,000 fans and club staff taking part this year, the sight of the Man of Men badge on touchlines across the country is helping raise awareness among football supporters and encouraging more men to understand their risk.

It might be a small badge, but it carries a big message: football is standing together for men ⚽💙