CUP COMPETITION RULES

Existing pitches and goal-posts are to be used.

A size 4 football is to be used.

Games are to be 15 minutes per half.

Referee is to be provided by the Home team.

If the scores are tied at the end of the match, ten minutes of extra time shall be played, five minutes each way, and the golden goal rule will apply - i.e. the first goal wins the match.

If, at the end of extra time, the scores are still tied, the match shall be decided on penalties, with each team taking five penalties, alternately.  If the scores are still tied, further pairs of penalties will be taken until a result is obtained.

The winning team is responsible for communicating the result to St. John’s School
tel: 01892 539412, fax: 01892 531706, email: league@st-johns.kent.sch.uk
as soon as possible after the game.

Games are to be played as soon as possible to avoid fixture congestion/cancellations.

The Away team is to play in alternative kit in the event of a colour clash (see Schools page for a list of schools' first and reserve kits).

Standard FIFA rules to apply, with the following exceptions:

No offside.

All free kicks to be direct.

Shin guards to be worn and covered entirely by socks.

No jewellery to be worn (KCC Health & Safety Guidelines).