7-a-Side Football - MCR Academy ⚽️

𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Join us if you’re looking to play casual 7-a-side football at Manchester Academy. This social and inclusive game is open to players of all skills and abilities.

𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬. 🔍
Meeting Point: Outdoor 3G pitch, a short walk from the main entrance.
Time: Please arrive 10 minutes before kick-off to get organised.
Duration: 1.5-hour slot. Quick intros, team selections, and we’ll kick off!
Game On: 10+ players, and the game will go on. The organiser will cancel the session if not enough players sign up, and refunds will be provided.
Attendance: If you can’t make it, ensure you remove your name from the list ASAP. No spot selling/trading allowed!

𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 💸
A full refund is guaranteed as credit in your wallet if you honour the game’s refund policy (check before booking).

𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 ✅
Prioritise fair play and respect for all participants.

𝐊𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 👕
The host will bring bibs for easy team selection.

𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 📍
Surface: All-weather 3G artificial grass with cover.
Footwear: Astroturf trainers or similar (venue’s requirement), no metal studs or blades allowed.
Facilities: Changing rooms and showers available.
Parking: Limited parking available - arrive early if driving.
Transport: Bus: 142, 15, 192, 203, 250, 263, 43, 86, V1, Train: 10-15mins walk from Oxford Road and Manchester Piccadilly Train Stations.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 ⚽️
Ball: Kick-offs are taken from the centre after every goal.
Goalkeeping: Everyone rotates in goal unless a dedicated goalkeeper is playing.
Height Rule: Overhead height is allowed; the ball stays in play.
Area Rules: Outfield players stay outside the area; goalkeepers remain inside.
Fair Play: Keep everyone involved. We play without a referee, so honesty and fair play are essential.