The children's football team Barton United faces obstacles from hostile councillor Mr. Bates, who favors his son's rival team. Unexpectedly, they receive support from professional club Manchester United and its manager, Matt Busby.

The children of Barton United are trying to win the cup in their local football league. Nasty councillor Mr Bates doesn't like them and wants the team his son plays for to win instead, so he makes life as difficult as he can for them. However, Barton United are offered help by the local professional team that just happens to be Manchester United with its manager Matt Busby.—Steve Crook <steve@brainstorm.co.uk>