The list of black footballers who have contributed significantly to English football history is extensive.

The number of those who have successfully progressed into coaching and management however has been minimal.

The FA will lead on the running of the project overseen by a strategy group made up of representatives from the football authorities. The COACH bursary programme is open to male and female coaches aspiring to further their coaching aspirations.
Read more at http://www.thefa.com/news/my-football/coaches/2014/jun/coach-bursary-reopens-020614#TpbM5cxSGC0ryfQH.99