Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
London County Saturday Youth Football League
The London County Saturday Youth Football League (LCSYFL) is an amateur football league for youth teams in Greater London. It is affiliated with the London FA and offers many opportunities for junior grassroots football.
History
The LCSYFL was founded in 1921 and is one of the oldest youth football leagues in the country. It has a long and proud history of providing competitive football for young players in London.
The league has grown significantly over the years and now consists of over 400 teams playing in a variety of divisions, based on age and ability. The top division is the Premier Division, followed by Division One, Division Two, and so on.
League Structure
The LCSYFL season runs from September to May and each team plays a minimum of 18 games. The top two teams in each division are promoted to the next division, while the bottom two teams are relegated to the lower division.
The league also has a number of cup competitions, including the League Cup, the Challenge Cup, and the Floodlit Cup.
Playing Standards
The playing standards in the LCSYFL are very high. The league attracts some of the best young players in London, and the competition is fierce.
Many former LCSYFL players have gone on to play professional football, including David Beckham, Frank Lampard, and Ashley Cole.
