Each venue plays fixtures on a specific day of the week. These are shown on this VENUES heading of this page along with time slots each year groups match fixtures.

We advise arriving 10 minutes before your fixture to prepare and have your pre-match warmup and talk. All matches will begin on time. Should your team arrive late a fixture may have to be forfeited. 

It's important to note that times, playing formats and seasonal schedules can differ significantly across our venues. To get the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding your chosen playing venue, we encourage you to refer to the dedicated VENUES section.  Here you'll find details for each location, including specific playing times, formats and season duration.

Upon completing registration your team will be given NS5 football tops which include the team name, and we request these are worn on match days. The home team will be selected to wear bibs for the games. Players can wear their own shorts/trackpants, socks, and are advised to wear shin guards and play in appropriate footwear such as Astro boots or trainers.  Please note metal studs are not permitted. Goalkeepers are advised to wear trousers/long sleeve top and gloves for protection. Goalkeepers may also require a cap in sunny weather.

The NS5 approach is for children to play football through collaboration, enjoyment and personal growth.  Children join us for football fixtures where every player proudly wears the NS5 football top which provides a symbol of unity. This allows players to focus on the game rather than the pressures that can arise from differing kits and badges. We therefore create a space where children feel equal and valued, promoting inclusivity amongst players and a sense of community.

Our professional, qualified coaches and referees will lead all NS5 fixtures. Teams are advised to appoint a team manager. The managers role will be to have the team arrive on time, manage players minutes and support in a positive way. 

The NS5 team will check players are the correct age and wearing appropriate kit to participate in game play. Players are not permitted to wear jewellery.  We are letting our pitches from 3rd party suppliers who are responsible for the playing surface, goals and fencing within the pitch area. NS5 are therefore not liable for any injury arising from such. NS5 will not accept liability for any data breaches & payment issues at registration, this lies with League Republic - a division of DJH Technology Ltd - registered in England and Wales, company number 4641708. There registered office is: DJH Technology Ltd, Granville House, 2 Tettenhall Rd, Wolverhampton WV1 4SB, United Kingdom.

The NS5 league is structured around year groups which follows a tier system and shadows a similar format as the English Football League. This format enables fair competition for all players and teams. We have a mixed league, and teams will be assigned to age appropriate leagues. We endeavour to support the player’s experience and will work to ensure that teams are matched in playing experience. This process is not always immediate and will need support from all parties at the end of each season.  Teams will be promoted and relegated dependent on league size. At the end of the season awards will be celebrated for outstanding teams and outstanding individual performances.