Panthers Host the Middle School ISACI Football 2026 | Game On!

General Rules

FIFA official football rules apply except for the agreed ISACI modifications.

Teams

• Boys: 16 players, maximum 11 on the field at one time.
• Girls: 12 players, maximum 7 on the field at one time.
• Maximum 2 coaches per team.

Uniforms & Equipment

• Uniform numbers may be between 1 and 99.
• Players may wear glasses or lenses at their own risk.
• All players must wear correct football attire including socks and shin guards.
• Metal cleats are not permitted.
• Size 5 footballs will be used, with 3 balls available per match.

Format, Match Duration & Warm-up

• Round robin league format followed by 1st vs 2nd in the final and 3rd vs 4th in the 3rd place match.
• 2 x 20 minute halves.
• 5-minute half-time.
• 10-minute on-field warm-up before the game.

Game Administration & Conduct

• Coaches must submit the completed game report form to the referee before kick-off.
• Normal yellow card rules apply; 3 consecutive games with yellow cards leads to suspension for the next match.
• A direct red card results in suspension from at least the next game, subject to tournament review.

Field Specifications

• Boys: approximately 70–75m x 55–60m.
• Girls: approximately 45–50m x 30–35m.

Offside Rule

• Boys: Boys (11-a-side): The standard FIFA offside rule applies.
• Girls: Girls (7-a-side): No offside rule will be applied.

Substitutions

Unlimited substitutions are allowed. Players must report to the table official and may enter only in permitted dead-ball situations, at half-time, or after a goal, in the proper spirit of the game.

Points System

• Win = 3 points
• Draw = 1 point
• Loss = 0 points

Tie Breakers

• Two-way tie: Head-to-head, goals conceded, goals scored, goal difference, then penalty shootout.
• Three-way tie: Head-to-head, goals conceded/scored among tied teams, then round robin record, then penalty shootout if reduced to two teams.

Final Matches & Ejections

• Drawn championship or consolation matches are decided by two 5-minute overtime periods, then penalties if needed.
• Any athlete or coach ejected is suspended for the remainder of that game and the next game, subject to appeal.