FA Competitions Application 2013-14
Details for The FA Cup, Trophy, Vase and Youth Cup.
Entry Requirements
The FA Cup
Clubs to be automatically accepted subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard:-
- Clubs in The FA Premier League, The Football League and in Steps 1, 2, 3 & 4 of The FA National League System.
- Clubs in Step 5 of The FA National League System.
- Clubs relegated to Step 6 of The FA National League System.
- Clubs in Step 6 of The FA National League System finishing in a League position 1-4 of the preceding season.
Clubs to be accepted subject to available places and subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard:-
- Clubs playing in Step 6 of The FA National League System finishing in a League position below 4 of the preceding season.
New entries
- Clubs must have participated in The Trophy or Vase in Season 2012-13.
The FA Trophy
- Entry is restricted to Clubs competing in Steps 1-4 of The FA National League System. Clubs moving to and from Step 4 will automatically be moved between The Trophy and Vase competitions accordingly.
The FA Vase
Entry is restricted to Clubs competing in Steps 5-7 of The FA National League System subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard.
The FA Youth Cup
Clubs to be accepted subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard:-
- Clubs that participated in The FA Cup, Trophy or Vase in Season 2012-13 and also participating in one of these competitions in Season 2013-2014.
- Clubs that participated in a recognised Youth League/Academy or Competition in Season 2012-13 sanctioned by The Association or an affiliated Association as determined by The Association from time to time and also participating in one of these in Season 2013-14.
- Youth Teams representing a Senior Club must be properly integrated within the main structure of the Senior Club.
Ground Standards
The FA Cup
Clubs must have a ground grade which conforms to a “G” grade (appropriate to Step 6) or higher as at 31 March of the preceding season. The minimum grade will be raised to “F” grade (appropriate to Step 5) for season 2015-2016.
The FA Vase
Clubs must have a ground grade which conforms to a “H” grade (appropriate to entry to Step 6) or higher as at 31 March of the preceding season.
For clarification on the various ground grades related to The FA National League System, please click here.
Clubs currently below Step 6 of The FA NLS MUST download and complete the ‘H’ Grade Questionnaire, unless this has already been submitted as part of a promotion application. Please click here to access the questionnaire.
This must be completed and returned by email to competition.entries@TheFA.com by 31 March 2013. The club completing the questionnaire must also send a copy to its current league who will verify to The FA that the ground complies with the grade H criteria.
Clubs with grounds not conforming to the minimum standards will not be permitted entry by nominating an alternative ground for home ties in FA Competitions.
Please note, a FAN (FA Number) will be needed to access this online application.
Click here if you haven't already registered for a FAN number or have forgotten your FAN number.
Online Application
To apply for next season's FA Cup, FA Trophy, FA Vase and FA Youth Cup, please click here to submit your application online.
The closing date for applications is 1 April.
Click here for details of Entry Terms and Conditions for FA Competitions for season 2013-14.
Click here for Entry Criteria and Ground Standards for FA Competitions for season 2013-14.
Contact information for assistance on FA Competitions
If any further information is required on applying to enter FA Competitions, please contact competition.entries@TheFA.com or call on 0844 980 8200 x4583 OR x4617.
Match Arrangement Form
(to be completed by the home team)
Match Report Form
(to be completed by both teams)
Statement of Receipts & Payments Form
(to be completed by the home team)
Statement of Receipts & Payments Analysis of Ticket Sales and Paid Admissions Form
(FA Cup and FA Trophy only - to be completed by the home team)
Assessment of Referee Report Form (pdf)
Assessment of Referee Report Form (excel)
(to be completed by both teams)
Team Sheet
(to be completed by both teams)
Fax your forms to us at: 0844 980 0611
or email: competition.results@thefa.com
