by GRF Admin | Aug 5, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
Grassroots youth football in England is changing for the 2026/27 season, with new playing formats and age-appropriate rules being introduced across the game. The changes form part of the Football Association’s FutureFit programme and are designed to give young players...
by GRF Admin | Aug 3, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
The Football Association has announced tougher punishments for discriminatory misconduct ahead of the 2026/27 season, with individual participants now facing a standard suspension of at least 10 matches when an aggravated breach is proven. The updated sanction...
by GRF Admin | Aug 3, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
For once, one of football’s biggest headlines could have a direct impact on the grassroots game. Following an investigation into historic breaches of FA regulations relating to football agents, intermediaries and third-party investment, Chelsea FC have been...
by GRF Admin | Jul 30, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
A coroner has ruled that repeatedly heading footballs caused the brain condition which contributed to the death of England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles. The landmark finding provides powerful support for the FA’s decision to remove deliberate heading from grassroots...
by GRF Admin | Jul 30, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
A former chairman of the junior section of a community football club has received a suspended prison sentence after admitting stealing more than £22,000 from the club. The 45-year-old, from Blaina in South Wales, abused his position of trust by submitting fraudulent...
by GRF Admin | Jul 13, 2026 | headline news, News
There was a time when hearing the words, “My child has joined an academy,” meant something very specific. Most people assumed you were talking about a professional football club. It suggested a recognised pathway, elite coaching and the possibility—however...
