League Rules

Tournament Overview

Rules

1. 1
   Only 23 players may be registered per team.

   • Player lending is not permitted.
   • A registered player who has played minutes may not play for another registered team during the tournament.
2. 2
   Slide tackles and offsides are allowed (4 referees on the field).
3. 3
   Card fines: $10 yellow · $30 red.

   • A red card for a brutal or malicious foul may result in a suspension of up to 5 matches depending on severity.
   • A player who does not pay their fine will not be allowed to play.
4. 4
   Match duration: 40 minutes per half.

   • 3 whistle blows — the clock starts on the third.
   • Substitutions must be made at midfield with the fourth referee and approval of the central referee.
   • Unlimited substitutions with referee authorization.
   • A player without their credential card may not play.
5. 5
   No aggression of any kind — physical or verbal — toward management, opposing players, teammates, or supporters.

   • A player who starts a fight or assaults a referee, teammate, or supporter will be permanently banned.
   • If both teams start a brawl during a match, both teams are automatically disqualified.
   • Supporters who insult players or referees will be fined; if they refuse to leave, the game is suspended and the team loses 3 points.
6. 6
   All players must wear matching kits with a visible number — no duplicate numbers.

   • Teams have until Matchday 4 to get their full kit; by Matchday 5 full kit (including shin guards and cleats) is mandatory.
   • A player without a kit will not play.
   • No two teams may wear the same color.
   • The goalkeeper must wear a color different from both teams.
   • Aluminum cleats are prohibited.
7. 7
   No jewelry, regular watches, smartwatches, piercings, chains, bracelets, rings, glasses, etc.

   • Only small earrings are allowed.
8. 8
   Captains will be given a printed player list (with names and numbers) before each match.
9. 9
   Referee fee: $200 per match, payable before the game.

   • Payment must be made at the start or end of the first half — otherwise the match is suspended.
10. 10
    The player list will be reviewed by the fourth referee.
11. 11
    All results and bookings will be published on the app and in the captains' group.
12. 12
    Captains and players are responsible for cleaning up their area.

    • A team that leaves trash will be fined $100.
13. 13
    Only the captain may speak to the referee — including during substitutions.
14. 14
    Alcohol and marijuana are prohibited before and during the match.

    • A player detected with alcohol breath or under the influence will be ejected (red card).
    • A player detected with marijuana will be ejected (red card).
    • If the referee witnesses a player smoking marijuana or drinking alcohol they will be ejected (red card).
15. 15
    Maximum wait time for either team: 15 minutes — otherwise the late team forfeits.

    • If a team arrives late, time will be deducted from their half.
16. 16
    A team that does not show up will receive an economic penalty of $200 and will forfeit the match points.
17. 17
    A player who leaves the field without notifying the referee will receive a yellow card.
18. 18
    Any team that cannot field a complete side must have a minimum of 8 players to start — otherwise they forfeit.
19. 19
    Captains must arrive with their team 30 minutes early.
20. 20
    Credential cards:

    • The league will provide 23 credential cards per team.
    • Replacement cost: $10 each.
    • A photo of each player is required before the tournament starts.
    • Deadline to submit photos: April 30, 2026.
21. 21
    All parties must respect and abide by everything stated in this document.

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