What kit does my child need?

Q: What kit does my child need?

SAFA competitions follow the IFAB Laws of the Game. Under Law 4 (2026/27) a player's compulsory kit is: a shirt with sleeves shorts socks (any tape on the outside must be the same colour as the sock) shinguards, of a suitable material and size, covered by the socks footwear Safety rules: Nothing dangerous may be worn or used. Dangerous items must be removed, not taped over. From 2026/27, accessories (previously called "jewellery") are allowed only if they are not dangerous and are safely and securely covered. Players are checked before kick-off, and a player who refuses to remove a dangerous item can be cautioned. Grassroots games are played in coloured bibs or T-shirts, so a team kit is not essential at festivals.

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SAFA competitions follow the IFAB Laws of the Game. Under Law 4 (2026/27) a player's compulsory kit is:

a shirt with sleeves
shorts
socks (any tape on the outside must be the same colour as the sock)
shinguards, of a suitable material and size, covered by the socks
footwear

Safety rules:

Nothing dangerous may be worn or used. Dangerous items must be removed, not taped over.
From 2026/27, accessories (previously called "jewellery") are allowed only if they are not dangerous and are safely and securely covered.
Players are checked before kick-off, and a player who refuses to remove a dangerous item can be cautioned.

Grassroots games are played in coloured bibs or T-shirts, so a team kit is not essential at festivals.