GUIDE TO MATCH/COMPETITION

ORGANISATION
1. Stadiums & Requirements

1.1 Each Stadium shall be certified with Safety Certificate from an appropriate
body, certifying that the stadium(s) is/are fit to conduct matches.

2. Team Dressing Rooms

2.1 A Stadium shall have minimum two (2) team dressing rooms.
2.2 For “double header” matches, a stadium shall have four (4) team dressing
rooms of equal size and comfort.
2.3 Each team dressing room shall be equipped with a minimum of:

2.3.1 a room that fits and would be able to seat at least thirty (30) persons, sporting
attire and clothes-hanging facilities
2.3.2 Required number of tables and chairs – minimum two (2) tables and five (5)
chairs
2.3.3 four (4) showers, four (4) individual seated toilets and four (4) urinals.
one (1) massage table
2.3.4 one (1) tactical (white) board with marker pens and eraser
one (1) refrigerator
2.3.5 each team dressing room shall be air-conditioned and/or adequately heated
depending on the weather conditions.
2.3.6 Team dressing rooms, which do not have air-conditioning/heating facilities
shall have sufficient number of fans/blowers/heaters installed.
2.3.7 A Stadium shall guarantee a direct, private and protected area which can be
accessed by team buses, cars and ambulances, from which the Team Official
Delegation can enter or leave the Stadium safely, away from the public, the
media and any unauthorised people.

3. Referee Dressing Room

3.1 A Stadium shall have minimum one (1) referee dressing room.
3.2 For “double header” matches, a stadium shall have two (2) referee dressing
rooms of equal size and comfort.
3.3 Each referee dressing room shall be equipped with a minimum of:

3.3.1 room to seat at least five (5) persons, sporting attire and clothes-hanging
facilities
3.3.2 Two (2) showers, one (1) individual seated toilet and one (1) urinal.
3.3.3 one (1) table and five (5) chairs
one (1) refrigerator
3.3.4 the referee dressing rooms shall be air-conditioned and/or adequately heated
depending on the weather conditions.

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3.3.5 Referees dressing rooms, which do not have sir-conditioning/heating facilities
shall have sufficient number of fans/blowers/heaters installed.
3.3.6 A Stadium shall guarantee direct, private and protected access from the
referee drop-off area to the referee dressing rooms and from the referee
dressing room to the Field of Play.

4. Room for Match Commissioner & Referee Assessor

4.1 A Stadium shall have minimum one (1) room for match Commissioner and
Referee Assessor.
4.2 For “double header” matches, a stadium shall have two (2) rooms for Match
Commissioner and Referee Assessor of equal size and comfort.
4.3 Each Match Commissioners and Referee Assessors room shall be equipped
with a minimum of:

4.3.1 room to seat two (2) persons

4.3.2 one (1) individual seated toilet
4.3.3 two (2) tables and four (4) chairs
4.3.4 one printer/copier/zerox/WIFI and stationary as per requirements
4.3.5 one (1) refrigerator in each room
4.3.6 the Match Commissioners and Referee Assessors rooms shall be air-
conditioned and/or adequately heated depending on the weather conditions.
4.3.7 The Match Commissioners and Referee Assessors rooms, which do not have
air-conditioning/heating facilities shall have sufficient number of
fans/blowers/heaters installed.

5. Sitting arrangement for Match Commissioner & Referee Assessor during

the Match

5.1 The Match Commissioner and Referee Assessor area shall be located
centrally, as close to the halfway line as possible, and with easy access to the
Field of Play, the team dressing rooms and Referee dressing room.
5.2 One table (big enough to accommodate two (2) persons, TV Screen, Laptop
Computer and note pads) and two (2) chairs
5.3 TV Screen with live feed
5.4 Plug Points & WIFI or Data Card
5.5 Fan or AC as per climatic conditions

6. Medical Room

6.1 One emergency medical room located in close proximity to player’s dressing
room/field of play with the following facilities:

6.1.1 tables, chairs, beds, refrigerator, individual seated toilet, fully air
conditioned/heating facilities (or as per requirement of the Competition
Regulations)
6.1.2 the room, which do not have air-conditioning/heating facilities shall have
sufficient number of fans/blowers/heaters installed.

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6.1.3 The room shall be fully equipped with emergency medical supplies, which
includes the following:

6.1.3.1 Oxygen with appropriate masks/oral airway

6.1.3.2 Splints (Spinal injuries)
6.1.3.3 Stretchers preferable hard board
6.1.3.4 Suction machine
6.1.3.5 I/V drip sets with emergency injections and medication
6.2.3.6 Minor surgery supplies and equipment
6.1.3.7 Automated External Defibrillator - AED
6.1.3.8 A certified medical officer
6.1.3.9 A team of support Para-medical staff trained in emergency medical
care (CPR/ATLS)

7. On pitch Medical Service

7.1 two (2) ambulances with designated drivers equipped with oxygen, masks,
AED, I/V drip sets, emergency medicaments and trained medical staff.
7.2 one (1) on-pitch Medical Officer and para-medical staff trained in Emergency
Medicine
7.3 tables, chairs, mineral water for on pitch medical staff as per their strength
and requirements.
7.4 two (2) stretchers and two (2) sets of four (4) stretcher bearers for the match.
7.5 must be above 18 years old, in good physical condition and trained in carrying
and transferring of injured player/s.
7.6 both sets of stretcher bearers shall be located 1 meter away from both the
Technical Areas (on either side of the player’s benches/dugouts).

7.7 Two (2) sets of four (4) chairs each for the stretcher bearers to be placed 1
meter away from both the Technical Areas on either side of the player’s
benches/dugouts.
7.8 shall be on the same line as the team benches/dugouts and fourth official
bench/dugout.

8. Dope Control Room

8.1 One Dope control room with all the required facilities (tables, chairs, sofas,
refrigerator, TV monitor, mineral water, juices) as per the Competition
Regulations
8.2 Attached bathroom and toilet equipped with wash basin, mirror and shower.
8.3 shall be air-conditioned and/or adequately heated depending on the weather
conditions.
8.4 Dope Control room, which do not have air-conditioning/heating facilities shall
have sufficient number of fans/blowers/heaters installed.

9. Office Space and Meeting Room

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9.1 One (1) room designated as the LOC (local organizing committee)/AIFF, with
seating capacity for at least twenty (20) persons, with required number of
tables, chairs, computers, printers, WIFI, lockers, zerox machine and
stationary.

9.2 shall be air-conditioned and/or adequately heated depending on the weather

conditions.
9.3 Meeting Room, which do not have air-conditioning/heating facilities shall have
sufficient number of fans/blowers/heaters installed.

10. Playing Field

10.1 All matches shall be played on a:

10.1.1 Natural playing surface (natural grass) well maintained under the supervision
of a professional pitch consultant/qualified person, the grass of which shall be
trimmed to match specifications or,
10.1.2 Artificial playing surface, which meets the requirements of the FIFA Quality
Concept for Football Turf or the International Artificial Turf Standard with
green surface and white lines.
10.1.3 The grass height shall be between 20-30 mm or depending on the type of
grass and climate
10.1.4 The Field of play shall have dimensions in accordance with Laws of the Game
(Law 1) and marked accordingly with matt bright white (water mixed) paint.
10.1.5 The width of the lines must be same as the width of the goalpost, which
should not exceed 12 cm.
10.1.6 The penalty and the center circle spot must be 24 cm diameter solid spot.

11. Warm-up Area

11.1 If there is adequate space behind the goal, the warm-up areas shall be
located behind the goal on the side closest to the team benches.
11.2 It is recommended that the warm-up area space is 3m wide X 24m long
11.3 The surface of the warm-up area shall be same as play field surface
If there is no sufficient space behind the goals, both teams shall warm-up
together behind Assistant Referee 1, beside the Team B bench
11.4 The same space is required (3m X 24m) also with either natural grass or
artificial turf surfaces.

12. Flag posts

12.1 A flag post, at least 1.5 m (5 feet) high, with non-pointed top and a flag must
be placed at each corner. Must have equal number of spare flag posts and
flags.

13. The Technical Area

13.1 The technical area is a designated seated area for team officials and
substituted players.

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13.2 The technical area should only extend 1 m (1 yd) on either side of the
designated seated area and up to a distance of 1 m (1 yd) from the touchline,
which should be defined by marking.

14. Goalposts, Crossbars and Spare/Movable Goalposts

14.1 Goalposts and crossbars shall comply with the Laws of the Game (Law 1)
14.2 Goalposts and crossbars shall be white and shall not have any markings
(advertisements), while the sub-posts to support the goal net shall be made
available and of dark colour.
14.3 Goalposts and Crossbars shall not pose any danger to players.
14.4 Spare goals with nets (consisting of goalposts and crossbars), which are
easily installed shall be made available within the Stadium.
14.5 One set of movable Goals with Nets (Size: 2.44 X 7.32 Mtrs) (to be used in
case of emergency)

15. Goal Nets and Spare Nets

15.1 The Goal nets must be attached to the Goalpost and the ground behind the
goal with proper support, which must not interfere with the goalkeeper.
15.2 One set of spare goal nets must be available all the time.

16. Team Benches/Dugouts

16.1 A stadium shall be equipped with two (2) covered benches (or dugouts) at
field of play level for both the teams each with seating room for at least twenty
(20) persons, or in accordance with the team Official Delegation number
stipulated in relevant Competition Regulations.
16.2 These benches shall be positioned at least 5 to 8 meters from touchline and
at a distance of 6 to 10 meters from the bench to half-way line, which shall not
obstruct the view of VIP/spectators.
16.3 These benches shall be protected by a transparent “Plexiglas-type Shell”
against bad weather or objects thrown by spectators.

17. Fourth Official Bench/Dugout

17.1 A stadium shall be equipped with one (1) covered bench (or dugout) at field
level for Fourth Official with seating room and table(s) for at least three (3)
persons.
17.2 This bench shall be positioned at least 5 to 8 meters from touchline and at a
distance of 6 to 10 meters from the bench to half-way line, which shall not
obstruct the view of VIP/spectators
17.3 This bench shall be protected by a transparent “Plexiglas-type Shell” against
bad weather or objects thrown by spectators.

18. Floodlights, required level (lux) & General Lighting

18.1 For the Stadiums equipped with floodlighting system, the minimum required
level of horizontal illumination is one thousand two hundred (1200) Exposure
Valve (EV) (lux).

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18.2 In case of power failure, an independent back-up power supply system shall
be provided.
18.3 Sufficient diesel/power source for 4 to 5 hours
18.4 General Lighting at all the stadium entries and exits
18.5 Lighting at the ticket box office, parking and toilets
18.6 Backup generators for floodlights, Controlled Access Areas and PA system.
18.7 Matches shall not be played with the temporary installed floodlights unless it
meets the 1200 Lux minimum requirement and do not pose any danger to the
spectators or players.

19. Clock and Scoreboard

19.1 A Stadium shall have a clock which shows the playing time during the match.
19.2 The time shall run from zero (0) to forty-five (45) minutes during the first half
and from forty-five (45) to ninety (90) minutes during the second half.
19.3 The time shall stop at the end of normal playing time in each half (at forty-five
(45) and ninety (90) minutes respectively). This situation shall also apply if
extra time is played (at fifteen (15) minutes each half).
19.4 Stadium must have a scoreboard which shows the score of the match at all
times.

20. Player Tunnel

201. The point where the Participating Players and Match Officials enter the
playing area shall be protected by means of a fireproof telescopic tunnel and
shall extend into the playing area far enough to prevent the risk of injury to the
match participants caused by objects thrown by spectators.

21. Media and Broadcasting

21.1 Media Center

21.1.1 A Stadium shall have one (1) media center which is located on the same side
as the Media Tribune, press conference room and mixed zone and shall be
air-conditioned and or adequately heated depending upon the weather
conditions.
21.1.2 If the room do not have air-conditioning/heating facilities, it shall have
sufficient number of fans/blowers/heaters installed.
21.1.3 The room shall be equipped with:

21.1.3.1 chairs, tables, internet connection plug points and WIFI as per the
strength of the media attendance
21.1.3.2 one (1) photocopy machine with all consumables
21.1.3.3 communication facilities, pigeonholes, Television sets for live feed, and
catering facilities.

21.2 Media Tribune

21.2.1 A Stadium shall have a media tribune which shall be completely covered and
shall be equipped with the following:

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21.2.1.1 seats with desks and without desks as per the strength of the media
attendance.
21.2.1.2 Shall be equipped with power supplies, plug points and internet
connection.

21.2.1.3 the desks shall be big enough to accommodate a laptop computer and
note pad.
21.2.1.4 the location of the media tribune shall preferably in a central position
and on the same side as the media center, press conference room and
mixed zone.
21.2.1.5 The host MA shall provide mineral water and catering facilities

22. Press Conference Room

22.1 A Stadium shall have one (1) press conference room and shall be air-
conditioned and or adequately heated depending upon the weather
conditions.
22.2 If the room do not have air-conditioning/heating facilities, it shall have
sufficient number of fans/blowers/heaters installed.
22.3 The room shall be equipped with the following:

22.3.1 desks and chairs arranged in classroom style as per the strength of the
media attendance. Plug points and internet facilities.
22.3.2 a podium, together with tables and chairs, large enough to
accommodate at least five (5) people and a backdrop (as per the
requirement of the sponsors if any)
22.3.3 a camera platform at the back, sound system with minimum three (3)
cordless mikes and sufficient lighting.

23. Mixed Zones

23.1 A stadium shall allocate a well-lit area for mixed zone which shall be the
pathway to/from the team dressing rooms and the team drop-off area.
23.2 The mixed zone shall be secured and accessible only to the Team Official
Delegation, Broadcast Licensees and Media
23.3 The mixed zone shall be divided into two (2) areas for:

23.3.1 Broadcast Licensees and

23.1.2 print journalist, radio reporters and non-right holders.

23.4 A single mixed zone shall be used for both the participating teams.

24. On pitch facilities

24.1 Bibs for photographers (Media) as well as Official photographers (from the
teams or host MA), Host/Official Broadcasters (ENG-RTV-NRH)

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24.2 Host MA shall provide seating (small stools or benches) for photographers on
either sides of the goal posts/goal lines/A boards, as well as cabled or
wireless internet connections
24.3 Photo Marshall Ropes – two sets of 10 meters each

25. Countdown to Kick-off

25.1 Every match should start in time as per the kick-off time announced.
25.2 A sample of Official Countdown to Kick-off is attached as Annexure I

26. Use of Fair Play Flag

26.1 Four (4) to six (6) boys (depending upon the size of the flag) aged between 12
to 20 shall be arranged to carry the Fair Play Flag or as per the Competition
Format and requirements
26.2 For every match AIFF Fair Play should be used during march-in ceremony
26.3 FIFA Fair Play Anthem shall be played during the march-in ceremony
26.4 The procedure for march-in ceremony with Fair Play Flag is attached as
Annexure II

27. Public Address System

27.1 Each Stadium shall have public address system

27.2 For the stadiums which do not have in built public address system (PAS),
temporary PAS system shall be arranged.
27.3 The organisers shall arrange one (1) announcer for every match for the
announcement of the following:

27.3.1 team lineups

27.3.2 substitutions
27.3.3 names of the goal scorers
27.3.4 added time after the end of the normal time of first half and normal time
of second half
27.3.5 half time and full time scores
27.3.6 No announcements shall be made of yellow/red cards

28. Title and A-Boards

28.1 A-Boards along the touchline shall be placed at least 3m from the touchline
for player’s safety reason.
28.2 The A-Boards behind the goal lines shall be placed at least 3m behind the
goal line at all four corners and 5m behind the goals.
28.3 The A-Boards shall have good base support and should not pose any danger.
28.4 The competition title board is normally placed at the center.

29. Substitution Boards

29.1 Two Substitution boards, either manual or digital shall be placed at the fourth
official table

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29.2 Emergency lights shall be placed at the fourth officials table to be used in
case of power failure.

30. Ball Kids & Position

30.1 Ball Kids

30.1.1 The use of a multiple football system is mandatory in all Competitions to limit
the time the ball is out of play.
30.1.2 For all competitions, ten (10) to twelve (12) ball kids shall be appointed and
be:

30.1.2.1 dressed in neutral clothing that are different in colors than the
Participating Teams and Match Officials
30.1.2.2 of an age capable of performing their duties; and instructed beforehand
of their duties and capable of performing them to satisfaction.

30.2 Position

30.2.1 All ball kids must stay behind the A-boards

30.2.2 Stools/low chairs shall be provided for ball kids during the Matches
30.2.3 Ball kids positioning details around the FOP is attached as Annexure III

31. Footballs

31.1 FIFA approved Footballs for Matches shall be selected and supplied by AIFF

32. Equipment’s & Other Accessories

32.1 Flag Poles as per Competition requirements

33. Room for Ball Boys and Escort Kids

33.1 Equipped with chairs, toilets and lockers.

33.2 Air-conditioned or Sufficient fans

34. Police Control Room

34.1 Tables, chairs as per requirements

34.2 Air-conditioned or Sufficient fans

35. TV Control Room

35.1 Equipment to be installed as per the broadcaster’s requirements

35.2 Fully air-conditioned and also fans

36. Practice Grounds

36.1 Minimum four (4) good quality training grounds (same as Main Playing Field)
36.2 Goal Posts & Goal Nets
36.3 Portable Goal Post & Nets (One Set)

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36.4 Ground Markings by Water Soluble paint only.
36.5 Changing rooms (fully air-conditioned and also fans) with toilets and bath
facilities.
37. Stadium &Team Security
37.1 The Host MA shall be responsible in ensuring the safety and security of all
participating teams, match officials, infrastructure and facilities provided at any
Stadium and Official Training Sites.
38. Marketing Collaterals

38.1 To be arranged as per the requirement of the Sponsors/Competition

Regulations

39. Other Requirements at the Stadium

39.1 Parking spaces for VVIP, VIP and other vehicles.
39.2 Parking arrangements to be done as per the availability of the space in the
Stadium.
39.3 Public address system with cordless mikes
39.4 DVD/Computer to play Anthems
39.5 Scoreboard, giant screen and clock
39.6 Emcee
39.7 Walkie-talkie for the Match Day and Match Day -1
40. Human Resource

40.1 LOC Team

40.2 Volunteers
40.3 Police Personnel
40.4 Private Security
40.5 Liaison Officers for teams and Match Officials

The above shall be arranged as per the Competition Format/requirements

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Sample>>>>>>>> Annexure I

Competition: _______________________________________________
Team A:______________________ Team B:_____________________
Match No: _______________ Venue: __________________________
Date: ____________________ Kick-Off: _______________________

- 03 h Opening of stadium, security briefing and poisoning at designated areas at

- 02 h 30' Enforcement of Access Control and opening of stadium to spectators at

and arrival of Match Commissioner

- 02 h Arrival of Referee Assessor & Referees at

- 01 h 30' Arrival of Teams and submission of Player Selection List to Match Commissioner at

- 01 h 15' Registration/AD Card/Equipment check by Match Commissioner and Fourth

Official and team Manager/Head Coach to sign Start List at

- 01 h 00' Official Start List produced & distributed to teams, Media, Broadcaster,
Announcer, Match Officials, VVIP and LOC at

- 50' Warm-up for Team Players at

- 30' Announcement of Team List and Match Officials at

- 20' Warm-up session ends; Teams return to respective dressing rooms at

- 15' Flag bearers to be ready with Fair Play Flag in the tunnel and Media Officer/
Photo Marshal to secure photographers at the Technical Area at

- 10' Substitutes and Team Officials to be on the bench at

- 08' Starting Players and Match Officials to be in the tunnel at

- 06' Referees check on Starting players' list & equipment in the tunnel at

- 05' Flag bearers enter with the AIFF Fair Play Flag followed by Match Officials and
Players to the tune of FIFA Fair Play Anthem at

- 04' Start of the ceremony including Team lining up in front of VVIP Tribune, VVIP
Handshake (if any), team hand shake, Team group photos, Coin toss and
exchange of pennants at

-0' Kick –off at

Half – time shall be of 15 minutes duration from whistle to whistle

Post- Match Media Conference
The team coaches are requested to be available for the post-match media conference zone at the end
of the game. The members of your delegation will be contacted via LOC Media Officers in charge.
Distribution: Teams – AIFF Officials – Match Officials – LOC Officials – Media

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 Annexure II

PRE-MATCH CEREMONY
Teams’ Entrance Following The Fair – Play
Flag

FIFA Fair-Play Flag

Team A Team B
Touch Line

Match Commissioner

Referees

Main Stand Team A Captain Team B Captain

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 Annexure III

POSITIONING OF BALL BOYS/GIRLS

10/12 Ball boys/Girls

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