go in for
phr. v..phr. v.. to have an interest in something or enjoy doing a particular activity.
phr. v.. to have an interest in or a liking for; to participate in a competition or examination.
I don't really go in for team sports.
She decided to go in for the national poetry competition after her teacher praised her work.
While many modern architects prefer minimalist designs, he doesn't go in for that style, favoring more traditional aesthetics instead.
usually followed by a noun or a gerund (-ing form).
contrast with 'go for' (to choose or attack); 'go in for' implies a more general preference or a formal entry into a contest.
He goes in for play football.He goes in for playing football.the preposition 'for' must be followed by a noun or the -ing form of the verb.