Tournament guide

Rules and Info

Everything teams need to know before tournament day.

Date

Saturday, 29 August 2026

Venue

Cranford Community College, Hounslow, TW5 9PD

Reporting

9:30 AM sharp

Kick-off

10:15 AM

Tournament format

25 teams are divided into four groups. Groups A, B and C have six teams each, while Group D has seven teams.
The top two teams from each group qualify for the quarter-finals.
The group draw will be conducted before the tournament, recorded live and shared on our official social media.
Fixtures, schedules, scores and live match updates will be available on goansc.co.uk.

Group-stage matches are 10 minutes straight, with no half-time.
Knockout match duration will be announced on the day and will usually be 12-15 minutes.
A drawn knockout match goes directly to a penalty shootout, with no extra time.
Points: win 3, draw 1, loss 0.
A team that is not present for its match forfeits it. The opponent receives three points and a 3-0 win.
Tie-breakers: points, goal difference, goals scored, head-to-head, then a coin toss if required.

Teams must wear a proper football kit with numbered shirts. Hoodies, jeans and casual wear are not permitted on the pitch.
Only football boots suitable for natural grass are allowed. Sneakers and inappropriate footwear are not permitted.
A maximum of three substitutes and one coach or manager may use the technical area. Supporters are not allowed in the dugout.
Rolling substitutions are allowed during a stoppage with the referee's approval.

All teams must report by 9:30 AM for registration and briefing.
No outside food or drinks may be brought into the venue. Food, beverages, music and entertainment will be available throughout the day.
Parking is at your own risk and is subject to the venue's terms and conditions.
Organisers are not responsible for injuries. A qualified first-aider will be present, and teams are encouraged to bring a basic first-aid kit.
The referee's decision is final. Dissent, abuse or misconduct towards referees and officials will not be tolerated.
Violence, abusive language and unsporting behaviour may result in a team or player being disqualified.

Play fair. Respect the officials. Enjoy the day.

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