How long is a match, and how much can a child play in a day?
Rule- England
- England Football
- Mini-soccer
- Under 8
- Under 9
- Under 10
- Under 11
- 5v5 and 7v7
- 2026/27
- Coaches
| Age group | Format | Max per game | Max per child per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 8-Under 9 | 5v5 | 40 minutes (2 x 20) | 60 minutes |
| Under 10-Under 11 | 7v7 | 50 minutes (2 x 25) | 90 minutes |
- Leagues set their own match length up to the maximum, and the two clubs can agree a shorter game with the referee before kick-off. Halves must be equal.
- Matches for Under 8 to Under 11 can be played in halves or quarters; the league's rules say which.
- Half-time should be no more than 5 minutes.
- At round-robin or trophy events, the maximum per half can't be exceeded.
- The daily maximum covers every game a child plays that day. The club and/or the parent or carer is responsible for not exceeding it.
Added 21 Oct 2026