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Rules and Regulations

WANT TO KNOW THE CORRECT PITCH DIMENSIONS FOR U11S? NEED INTERNATIONAL CLEARANCE FOR YOUR NEW SIGNING?

Read our key guidance below for more information areas around FA Pitch & Goalpost Dimensions, International Clearance and Finance support. 

Whether you’ve just started out as a club administrator or you’ve been part of the game for longer than you can remember, we’re here to guide you through the rules and regulations that may come up in the course of running your club.

INTERNATIONAL CLEARANCE

FIFA Regulations require National Associations to issue an International Registration Transfer Certificate for any player over the age of 12 who is moving from one National Association to another including across UK borders.

Get In Touch

Richard Pallot (Governance Manager)

By Phone: 01208 262983
(9am - 5pm Monday - Friday)

By Email:richard.pallot@cornwallfa.com

FA PITCH & GOALPOST DIMENSIONS

3G Pitch with new goals
We often receive questions about the pitch and goalpost sizes recommended for specific age groups in football. Download the handy FA guide below for information on the following formats:
  • Mini Soccer (5v5 & 7v7)
  • 9v9 Football
  • Youth Football
  • Adult Football
  • Football Pyramid (Steps 1-7)

PITCH, GOAL POST AND BALL SIZES