Players are the most important people in the sport. Playing for the team, and for the team to win, is the most fundamental part of the game. But not winning at any cost:-Fair Play and respect for all others in the game is fundamentally important. This Code focuses on players involved in football at all levels.

 

Obligations towards the game.

 

A player should

1. Make every effort to develop their own sporting abilities, in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina.

 

2. Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during a game, even if the team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved.

 

3. Set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters.

 

4. Avoid all forms of gamesmanship and time wasting.

 

5. Always have regard for the best interests of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion on the game and any aspect of it, including others involved in the game.

 

6. Not use inappropriate language.

 

Obligations towards one' s own team.

 

A player should

1. Make every effort consistent with Fair Play and the Laws of the Game to help his or her own team win.

 

2. Resist any influence which might, or might be seen to, bring into question his or her commitment to the team winning.

 

Respect for an Opposing Team.

 

A player should

1. Always be respectful to opposing players, parents and officials, no matter what the score.

 

2. Never set out to deliberately harm or insult another player, parent or official.

 

Respect for the Laws of the Game and competition rules.

 

A player should

1. Know and abide by the laws, rules and spirit of the game, and the competition rules.

 

2. Accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally.

 

3. Resist any temptation to take banned substances or use banned techniques.