2026–2027 • Open

7-A-SIDE FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

Official British Tamil Football Federation 7-A-Side Football Competition rules, eligibility criteria, and match regulations.

Tournament Rules

Official Rules & Regulations

BTFF Official Standard

Official British Tamil Football Federation Rules & Regulations for 7-A-SIDE Football Tournament. All participating teams, managers, and players must strictly abide by these guidelines.

1. Eligibility & Age Criteria
Rule #1

The success of the tournament depends on fair play, good sportsmanship, cooperation and keeping with the spirit of the tournament. The committee requests all participants to respect and abide by the rules of the tournament.

1. Eligibility & Age Criteria
Age Categories & Eligibility Dates:
Under 7Born on or after 1st of Sept 2018
Under 9Born on or after 1st of Sept 2016
Under 11Born on or after 1st of Sept 2014
Under 13Born on or after 1st of Sept 2012
Under 15Born on or after 1st of Sept 2010
Under 17Born on or after 1st of Sept 2008
Under 19Born on or after 1st of Sept 2006
Over 30Born in the year 1996 or before
Over 40Born in the year 1986 or before
Over 50Born in the year 1976 or before
Over 55Born in the year 1971 or before
Over 60Born in the year 1966 or before
Official Notice to Participants

Dear participants, we made the above decisions in consultation with each club and in response to your concerns. Your positive feedback motivates us to work even harder. Please stay positive.
If you find any ambiguities or have any concerns, please get in touch with our president or secretary.

On behalf of BTFF: G Jeevaharan • Secretary
17/09/26