Tilburg Football Clubs Renew Agreement for Positive Sports Environment
Tilburg, Wednesday, 5 November 2025.
On 31 October, 2025, Tilburg’s football clubs signed ‘Pluspunten scoren,’ a new initiative enhancing community and environmental efforts, building on the 2013 PVKT project’s success.
A Renewed Commitment to Positive Climate
On 31 October 2025, in a significant move to foster sustainability and community involvement, various football clubs in Tilburg, Netherlands, signed the ‘Pluspunten scoren’ initiative. This renewed agreement builds on the successful Positive Football Climate Tilburg (PVKT) project initiated in 2013. The new initiative focuses on promoting a positive sports climate by integrating environmental sustainability practices within the local football community [1].
Key Elements of ‘Pluspunten scoren’
The ‘Pluspunten scoren’ initiative incorporates several new elements, including the introduction of five new football rules, which are prominently displayed on posters and other communication materials at each participating club. These rules are designed to encourage sportsmanlike behavior, with clubs actively promoting these standards through the awarding of green cards for positive conduct. The initiative emphasizes strong and socially safe clubs, joint football agreements for Tilburg, and active cooperation within the network [1].
Environmental and Community Goals
The initiative aims to enhance community involvement in youth sports while promoting environmental sustainability. Activities under this initiative include urban greening and efforts to increase climate resilience. Such measures are critical in addressing broader environmental challenges while fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at local football clubs [1].
Looking Ahead: PVKT 2.0
The ultimate goal of PVKT 2.0 is to reduce the number of incidents and ensure that everyone feels welcome at the Tilburg football clubs. By maintaining an ongoing dialogue about acceptable behavior on and around the field, the initiative aims to cultivate a safe and enjoyable sports environment. This approach not only benefits the local community but also sets a precedent for similar initiatives in other regions [1].