Introduction to the Dorset Football League

The Dorset Football League was formed for the 2009/2010 season and is affiliated to Dorset County Football Association.

As a very active League we run a Senior League and five additional Adult divisions. We also run an under 18 league and a Veteran League each split to consist of two divisions.

Annoucement by the FA on England Accedited Clubs

Following national consultation with people in the game it’s clear that, after 20 years, the accreditation framework needs to change to create more chances for more players to play

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We understand that current Charter Standard clubs will transfer to the new England Football Accreditation scheme

DCMS/FA Roadmap

No earlier than 17th May 2021	Organised indoor football returns – subject to Government approval. Socially distanced spectators permitted - in accordance with Government guidelines. Changing rooms can be used – following strict Covid-19 protocols. Indoor food and drink allowed – following the rule of six or two households
No earlier than 21st June 2021	No legal limits on gathering. Larger events allowed.

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Documents for 2020/2021 Season

DFL Substitutes - Rule Clarification

Rule 19(F) A Club may at its discretion and in accordance with the Laws of the Game use substitute Players in any Competition Match.

A Club may name up to 5 substitute Players of whom not more than 5 may be used. A Player who has been substituted himself becomes a substitute and may replace a Player at any time subject to the substitution being carried out in accordance with Law 3 of the Laws of Association Football.

Therefore, where a Competition does allow return substitutes, a Club may use up to 5 from 5 substitute Players in a Competition Match.

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