Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho delighted youngsters when he made his first visit of the season to All Saints Primary School in Anfield on Tuesday.

The Frenchman, who has visited the school during the last two years as part of his ambassadorial role with the club's charity, the Liverpool FC Foundation, was joined by the club's official mascot Mighty Red, as they took part in sports and reading sessions as well as joining in with their daily mile run.

The Reds centre-back also joined in with translation games and led a fun reading session with the youngsters in French.

Sakho is actively involved in assisting the foundation’s community coaches, who deliver football sessions at the school each week as part of their intensive 'On the Ball' programme, as well as helping pupils with their French language studies.

He said: “I really enjoyed visiting the pupils and staff at All Saints Primary School and helping deliver fun and engaging lessons.

“It’s very rewarding for me to be able to get to know the pupils and the school well and use my skills and knowledge in such a positive way.

“It's very important to me to be able to support the Liverpool FC Foundation and give something back to the local community. Providing opportunities to young people is essential to help them to develop new skills and build confidence.”

Andrea Cooper, head of the Liverpool FC Foundation, added: “Mamadou’s continued support of the LFC Foundation’s ‘On the Ball’ programme is fantastic.

“He brings out so much spirit, passion and commitment not only in the children but also in his role as an ambassador for the Liverpool FC Foundation. We are delighted to have him on board.”