English Schools' Football Association (ESFA)
National
U11-U18
The governing body for schools football in England, running national cup competitions and representative teams.
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English Schools' Football Association (ESFA) operates across National and caters for U11-U18 football. Grassroots leagues in England typically run from September to May, with cup competitions alongside the regular fixtures.
Thinking of joining, or want typical season costs — affiliation fees, referee match fees and FA registration? See our parents' advice hub for cost breakdowns and our fundraising ideas to help cover them.
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