Last updated : Saturday, 29 June 2024
Introduction
The CSSFL (City of Southampton Sunday Football League) is an amateur football league based in Southampton, England. It was founded in 1921 and currently has 40 teams competing in 6 divisions. The league is affiliated to the Hampshire FA and plays its matches on Sundays.
History
The CSSFL was founded in 1921 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league initially had just 8 teams, but it has grown steadily over the years and now has over 40 teams. The CSSFL has played a major role in the development of football in Southampton and has produced many talented players who have gone on to play at a higher level.
The CSSFL has also been involved in a number of charitable initiatives over the years. In 2015, the league raised over £10,000 for the Southampton Children's Hospital. The league also supports a number of other local charities.
Divisions
The CSSFL currently has 6 divisions:
- Division 1
- Division 2
- Division 3
- Division 4
- Division 5
- Division 6
The top two teams from each division are promoted to the next division at the end of the season, while the bottom two teams are relegated to the next lower division.
Cup competitions
The CSSFL also runs a number of cup competitions, including:
- The Hampshire Senior Cup
- The Hampshire Intermediate Cup
- The Hampshire Junior Cup
- The CSSFL Challenge Cup
- The CSSFL Charity Cup
The winners of these cup competitions qualify for the FA Vase and the FA Amateur Cup.
