NEW FOR 2025:
WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

All 7-a-side football matches (group games and knockout stages) will be 7 minutes each way.

There is NO limit to the number of players you can add to your booking. However, each competing team must field no more than 10 players (7 starting, 3 subs) during the tournament, unless they have permission from the tournament organiser.

Yes, all subs will be rolling - with each team will consisting of a minimum of 10 players, with 3 subs.

The tournament will take place on a 3G surface.

ALL players must wear 'moulded' boots on the 3G playing surface and not metal studs, trainers or astroturfs.

ALL players must wear 'moulded' boots on the 3G playing surface and not metal studs, trainers or astroturfs.

Yes - all players competing MUST wear shinpads. This is a compulsory requirement. 

Yes - all competing teams MUST wear matching coloured tops.

Should two teams shirts clash, we will supply bibs for the duration of the match.

Teams will battle through a group stage, into an overall knockout competition.

Players:
Each team must field 7 players (including 1 goalkeeper)

Points:
3 for a win
1 for a draw
0 for a loss

Subs:
Max 3 subs, unlimited rolling use.

Knockouts:
If the game ends in a draw, the match result will be decided on a penalty shootout

Other:

Penalties are awarded for fouls in the penalty area

There are no offsides

Throw-ins are taken from the sideline and must be thrown over the head

Corner Kicks are taken from the corner flag

Teams tied on points at the end of the league portion will be ranked by the following: 1. 'Head to head' encounters. 2. Goal difference (+/-) 3. Goals Scored and 4. Goals Against

If a game needs to be recorded as a forfeit, then a 3-0 score will be awarded to the other team.

A goalkeeper cannot pick up a ball which has been directly passed back to them by a team-mate.

Only if you are granted permission from the Tournament Manager. This will not be given unless the player is deemed to be playing in a stronger cup competition that she/he was originally registered.

Yes! Book your team entry today and add your upgrades & additional players at a later date.

Please note: prices of team entry & upgrades increase with each tier. The earlier you book, the more you save.

Yes! Bournemouth 7s Festival will provide all referee provisions over the weekend.

Due to the amount of teams which are participating at the festival, turn-around times are very quick. If you are late, this will result in a loss as this will affect the days schedule.

All Team tickets will be emailed to the captains of each team in early May. This includes any upgrades individuals would have purchased. You can either bring e-tickets or print them off and distribute them to your team members.

NO TICKET = NO ENTRY