The rules and regulations of football explained. Below are the most frequently asked questions on the subject:
How long is the January transfer window open for?
The transfer window normally closes on the 31st January, but as the last day of the window falls on a Saturday this year, transfers in the Premier League are permitted until 5pm on Monday 2nd February.
However, for clubs buying players from abroad, international clearance must be requested - but not necessarily granted - with the Football Association by 5pm Saturday 31st January.
Teams hoping to use their new signings in European competition have until 11am on Monday 2nd February to register players with Uefa.
The Transfer window will re-commence at midnight on the last day of the season (which this year is Saturday 15th May) and shall close at 5.00pm on 31st August
What are the dimensions of an 11 a side football pitch?
Pitch dimensions can be found under Law 1 of the Laws of the Game. Click here for all the laws of the game
