It has been brought to the attention of the league that some clubs are operating contrary to FA rules regading the 2 year age banding.

I would remind you all that FA Rule C4 (a) (vi) (A) states:
A child in the age ranges Under 7 to Under 15 inclusive must not and shall not be permitted or encouraged to play in a match where any other player is older or younger by 2 years or more than that person.

This rule is a mandatory part of the Standard Code of Rules for Youth Football and as such should be included in your club rules. Can you therefore please ensure that this rule is strictly adhered to at all times.


If clubs require support to make up team numbers as a result of the enforcement of this rule then I would invite them to contact the Football Development department of your County FA who will be only to happy to assist."