We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game Play your part and observe The FA’s Respect Code of Conduct for players at all times.

On and off the field, I will:

• Adhere to the Laws and spirit of The Game.
• Promote Fair Play.
• Abide by the match officials decisions.
• Never engage in public criticism of the match officials.
• Never engage in offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour
• Be aware of the potential impact of bad language on other participants, facility users or neighbours.
• Never engage in bullying, intimidation or harassment.
• Speak to my team-mates, the opposition and my coach/manager with respect.
• Remember we all make mistakes.
• Win or lose with dignity. Shake hands with the opposing team and the referee before or at the end of every game.

I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA or The FA:

I may:

• Be required to apologise to team-mates, the other team, referee or team manager.
• Receive a warning from the coach.
• Receive a written warning from the club committee.
• Be required to attend a FA education course.
• Be dropped or substituted.
• Be suspended from training.
• Not be selected for the team.
• Be required to serve a suspension.
• Be fined.
• Be required to leave the club.

In addition the FA/County FA could impose a fine and/or suspension on the club.