FutureFit: Digital Conference - Youth Football Changes

Posted 29th January 2026

During the 2025/26 season, The FA is hosting a series of FutureFit: Digital Conferences aimed at supporting stakeholders across the game ahead of the implementation of changes to youth football in 2026/27.

In partnership with the English Schools' Football Association, Independent Schools Football Association, and Youth Sport Trust, they will be hosting a digital briefing specific to football in the education sector, taking place Monday 09 and Tuesday 10 March 2026.

On Monday 09 March, The FA's Education and School Sport Workforce team will host a workshop explaining the changes, why they are being implemented, and how they will impact football across the education sector. This will be followed by a Question & Answer session on Tuesday 10 March, to answer questions you have in relation to the changes and how they will be implemented across the sector.

  • Monday 09 and Tuesday 10 March 2026
  • 4-4:45pm (both dates)

Register: FutureFit: Digital Conference - Education

Questions: Submit any specific questions you have in advance of the conference here (this form will close on 23 February).

If you have any questions relating to the FutureFit: Digital Conference or require support with registration, email [email protected].