RULES AND REGULATIONS
OF CAF7

The African Confederation of Football 7 (CAF7) is committed to promoting a fair and respectful playing environment for all participants. To achieve this objective, CAF7 has established clear and precise rules and regulations that govern competitions and activities of the Confederation.

RULES OF
THE GAME

The rules of the game of CAF7 are based on the fundamental principles of football 7, with specific adaptations to take into account the unique characteristics of this sport.

The rules of the game cover the following aspects:

01

Match
duration

Football 7 matches are played for 60 minutes, divided into two halves of 30 minutes each

02

Number
of players

Each team is composed of 7 players, including the goalkeeper

SANCTIONS

CAF7 imposes sanctions for breaches
of rules and regulations, including:

01

Yellow
cards

Football 7 matches are played for 60 minutes, divided
into two halves of 30 minutes each

02

Red
cards

Players who commit serious breaches may receive a red card, which results in immediate expulsion from the match

DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES

CAF7 has established disciplinary procedures to address breaches of rules and regulations, including:

01

Investigations

CAF7 conducts investigations to determine the facts and circumstances surrounding a breach

02

Hearings

Players or teams concerned may be heard by a disciplinary committee to present their defense

03

Decisions

The disciplinary committee makes decisions on sanctions and suspensions to be applied

CAF7 is committed to promoting a fair and respectful playing environment for all participants. The rules and regulations of CAF7, as well as sanctions and disciplinary procedures, are designed to ensure that competitions are played in a spirit of fair play and respect

OUR

PARTNERS

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CONFEDERATION
OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL 7

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