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Updated guidance for football participants and supporters from Friday 17 December

The FA have updated their COVID-19 guidance to reflect the Government’s move to Plan B of its COVID Autumn/Winter Plan

Today, The FA are updating our COVID-19 guidance to reflect the Government’s move to Plan B of its COVID Autumn/Winter Plan, in response to the risks of the Omicron variant. 

Please note that there is no material impact on the playing of grassroots football at this time and we want to thank you in advance for playing a vital role in helping our great game to stay safe.

By observing Government guidance and the football-specific protocols, let’s work together to ensure we can all continue to enjoy football while keeping as safe as possible.

The FA continue to work closely with Government to monitor the ongoing impact of COVID-19 and will update guidance documents with any further changes, as and when necessary.

You can download the FA's guidance documents below.

COVID-19 - Master guidance for grassroots football - 17 December

COVID-19 - National League System club guidance - 17 December

COVID-19 - Womens Football Pyramid guidance - 17 December