The FA People’s Cup is a small-sided competition. It is completely free to enter and welcomes male, female and disability players across 18 categories – ranging from U14s through to veterans (over-35s).

In partnership with BBC Get Inspired, the Football Association and the country's leading small-pitch football providers have joined forces to make it happen over the past few years as grows from strength-to-strength.

From Sunday league regulars to folk who have only kicked a ball in their back-yard, the tournament offers everyone the opportunity to follow in the path of legends on the road to glory.

The opening rounds are localised, with Greater Manchester having a number of venues for the different categories on offer. The Semi-Finals still remain in Manchester, with the Finals being more national based. Previous places to hold these are Sheffield, Birmingham and St. George's Park.

What are you waiting for?

To make signing up for next year's competition as easy as possible, expressions of interest ahead of the official sign-up process are being accepted.

If you're thinking of taking part in the People's Cup and dreaming of lifting silverware at next year's Emirates FA Cup Final, fill out your details by clicking the button below. For more information contact The FA direct on info@thefapeoplescup.com