Hector Bellerin to plant 3000 trees every time Arsenal win this season – How many will he plant?

Premier League - Arsenal v Brighton & Hove Albion - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - December 5, 2019 Arsenal's Hector Bellerin looks dejected after the match [REUTERS/Eddie Keogh]

Arsenal assistant captain Hector Bellerin has pledged to plant a total of 3,00o trees every time the clubs secures a victory on the pitch for the remainder of the season.

The 25-year-old has teamed up with One Tree Planted, a reforestation charity in an effort to show support for environmental projects.

“As a child growing up in Barcelona, I spent a lot of my time with my grandad in his garden planting trees and playing in forests so it’s an issue very close to my heart. When I saw the great work that One Tree Planted do, not just the planting of the trees but within the communities as well, I knew it was something that I wanted to get involved in,” said Bellerin.

“I hope that by doing this and using my platform, others will see how important it is to look after our world and donate to a cause which really affects us all,” he added.

One Tree Planted Canopy Director Diana Chaplin welcomed the move, recognising Bellerin’s noble gesture.

 “It’s great to know that there are champions for the environment in the sports world. Hector’s passion for nature goes beyond words to make a real impact on the ground and help us plant trees where they’re needed most. This will have a lasting benefit for people, nature, and wildlife for many years to come.”

Arsenal resume their Premier League campaign against Manchester City on Wednesday, June 17.

 

 

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