Last updated : Monday, 01 July 2024
Introduction
The Sub Branch is an amateur football league based in the United Kingdom. It was founded in 1920 and currently has over 100 teams competing in a variety of divisions.
The league is a member of the Amateur Football Alliance (AFA) and follows its rules and regulations. The season runs from September to May, with each team playing 20-22 games.
The top teams in the league are promoted to the next division, while the bottom teams are relegated. The league also has a cup competition, the Sub Branch Cup, which is open to all teams.
History
The Sub Branch was founded in 1920 by a group of amateur footballers who wanted to create a league that was more competitive than the existing leagues at the time. The league was originally called the "Suburban Football League" but was renamed the "Sub Branch" in 1922.
The league has grown steadily over the years and now has over 100 teams competing in a variety of divisions. The league has also produced a number of professional footballers, including Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker.
Rules and regulations
The Sub Branch follows the rules and regulations of the Amateur Football Alliance (AFA). These rules cover a wide range of aspects of the game, including player eligibility, the size of the pitch, and the number of substitutions that can be made.
The AFA also has a disciplinary code that outlines the penalties for breaking the rules. These penalties can range from a warning to a suspension or even expulsion from the league.
