Can we play in a league or enter trophy events?
Rule- England
- England Football
- Mini-soccer
- Under 8
- Under 9
- Under 10
- Under 11
- 5v5 and 7v7
- 2026/27
- Coaches
No league tables for Under 7 to Under 11. Leagues and clubs may collect results but must not publish results or grading tables for these age groups. A club that does can be fined (up to £50 under the Standard Code fines tariff).
Trophy events are allowed, up to 3 per season:
| Age groups | Format | Trophy events |
|---|---|---|
| Under 8-Under 9 | 5v5 | Up to 3, each over a period of up to 2 weeks (6 weeks total) |
| Under 10-Under 11 | 7v7 | Up to 3, each over a period of up to 4 weeks (12 weeks total) |
At trophy events, trophies or mementos can be awarded and the event's results can be published. In round-robin or trophy formats, the maximum time per half can't be exceeded, though the minimum can be shortened.
Outside trophy events, The FA encourages flexible fixtures in different formats, such as two small-sided games instead of one 5v5.
Added 21 Oct 2026