England players took a trip to Rocinha to visit Rio de Janeiro's largest favela on Monday.
A number of Three Lions squad members and Football Association executives visited the Complexo Esportivo da Rocinha which is located in the most populous favela in the south of Rio, housing more than 70,000 people.
Southampton midfielder Adam Lallana spoke highly of the experience, saying it was an honour to see a place that has given so many chances to underprivileged youngsters in the area.
"From what we've seen and heard today, the Rocinha Sports Complex has helped to completely transform one of the poorest and potential violent areas of Rio," he said.
"The facility provides an incredible opportunity for children to enjoy the simple pleasures of sport - and in doing so can help to take their lives in the right direction.
"It was an honour for the players to be invited to the centre today."
While Arsenal's Jack Wilshere was also thrilled with the visit: "The entire squad is keen to gain an appreciation of our surroundings and experience the culture of Brazil during our time here.
"The visit to the Rocinha Sports Complex provided an incredible insight into the unique and powerful role sport plays in this country.
"With one of the poorest areas of the city situated just metres away, the complex provides an opportunity, through sport, for residents of the favela to transform and enrich their lives."
