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Players: Code of Conduct (U18s)

It is important everyone behaves themselves when playing football.

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As a player, you have a big part to play. That's why The FA is asking every player to follow a Respect Code of Conduct.

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When playing football, I will:

  • Always do my best, even if we're losing or the other team is stronger.

  • Play fairly - I won't cheat, complain or waste time.

  • Never be rude to my team-mates, the other team, the referee, spectators or my coach/team manager.

  • Do what the referee tells me.

  • Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game.

  • Listen to my coach/team manager and respect what he/she says.

  • Talk to someone I trust, for example my parents or the club welfare officer if I'm unhappy about anything at my club.

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I understand that if I do not follow the code, action may be taken.

Players: Code of Conduct (18+)

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.

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Players tell us they want a referee for every match, yet 7,000 match officials drop out each season because of the abuse and intimidation they receive on and off the pitch. Respect your referee today and you may just get one for every match this season.

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Play your part and observe The FA's Respect Code of Conduct for players at all times.

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On and off the field, I will:

  • Adhere to the Laws of the Game.

  • Display and promote high standards of behaviour.

  • Promote fair play and behave within the spirit of the Laws of the Game.

  • Always respect the match officials' decisions.

  • Never engage in public criticism of the match officials.

  • Never engage in offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour.

  • Avoid bullying, intimidation and poor behaviour.

  • Speak to my team-mates, the opposition and my coach/manager with respect.

  • Ask my team captain to talk to the referee if I have a problem relating to the game.

  • Remember we all make mistakes.

  • Shake hands with the opposing team and the match officials at the end of every game.

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I understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA and /or The FA.

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