Enter the FA Sunday Cup in 2025-26, our national competition for grassroots clubs

Thursday 26 Jun 2025
The FA Sunday Cup is back for the 2025-26 season, with application now open for clubs

The application process for clubs to enter the FA Sunday Cup in the 2025-26 season is now open, with a chance for grassroots clubs to compete for the title of England's best Sunday League team.

The 2025 FA Sunday Cup winners were Highgate Albion, who beat North Solihull Athletic in the Final at StadiumMK in May, and all of the details around entering next season are now available below.

The FA Sunday Cup Online Application - Season 2025-26

Entry Requirements

- Participation in the competition shall ONLY be open to clubs competing in the top division of a Sunday League for season 2025-26 that is sanctioned by The Association or an affiliated Association.

- Clubs must have a ground which fully conforms to the minimum standards. Under no circumstances should another venue be used without prior permission of The Football Association.

Ground Standards

Clubs are advised to download the Minimum Entry Requirements & Ground Standards before completing the application. The Minimum Entry Requirements & Ground Standards provide information on all of the minimum requirements for entry into the FA Sunday Cup for season 2025-26.

Minimum Entry Requirements & Ground Standards
Terms & Conditions of Entry

Online Application

To apply for next season's FA Sunday Cup, please click here to submit your application and payment online.

The deadline for applications is 1 August 2025.

By Competitions department