The official website of the Manchester Football Association
The Manchester FA is the guardian of our national game in Greater Manchester. Responsible for efficiently governing and developing the local game, the Manchester FA strives to positively influence participation for all in football regardless of age, ability, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion and socioeconomic status.
This is achieved through developing programmes and opportunities for all to participate in the national game through close alignment with our governing body (the FA) via delivery of the FA National Game Strategy in Greater Manchester. We work in accordance with the FA guidelines and sanction football in accordance with the Rules of the National Governing Body.
Often described as ‘grassroots football’, participation in the ‘non-professional’ game continues to thrive in our city which is steeped in football tradition and history across all levels of the game. With over 3,500 teams and 30,000+ participants, the Manchester FA is responsible for providing the support structure that enables players, volunteers, coaches and referees to develop individually or as part of a club or league and most importantly, participating in a safe and enjoyable environment.
You can find out lots more about getting involved in developing our national sport at grassroots level in the various sections throughout this website.
Follow the links below for further information on some of the departments and services that make up the Manchester FA
Football Development (including Coaching Courses)
Football Services (including Discipline, Membership & Suspensions)
Fixtures & Results (including County Cup Competitions)