Player numbers and substitutions
There is no maximum number of players registered per team and game. Players change are free without stopping the game, with the field director, sub-director or referee authorization. The game will only be stopped if the player changed is the goalkeeper or if the referee or field director say so. All players changed can play again during the same game. It is required that all players keep the same number during the whole tournament.
What are the competition rules?
Every team upon registration will receive a virtual welcome package with a complete breakdown of the MICFootball USA including all the rules and team requirements. We adhere to FIFA regulations.
How long are the games?
Each game will be 50 minutes, with 25 minute halves. There will be a one minute half time, for players to be able to hydrate, and coaches to make tactical adjustments.
What are the playing surfaces?
All games will be played on high quality natural bermuda grass fields
How is the tournament structured?
In the group phase, teams will play against the other teams in their group in a round-robin system. All groups have 4 teams. Teams classified 1st and 2nd in their group will go to the final round, whereas teams ending in the 3rd and 4th group position will go to the consolation round. All the games on the Finals phase and Consolation Phase will be played in a knock-out system, and will be decided without extra time in case of draw. There will be penalties, according to the FIFA rules.
Where will the MICFootball USA be held?
MICFootball USA will take place in the lovely city of Fort Lauderdale. Central Broward regional park will be the hub of MICFootball USA. The facility is located at 3700 Northwest 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311
What are the dates of MICFooball USA?
The MICFootball USA will take place on veterans day weekend. Teams should try to arrive on Friday November 8th, with games starting on Saturday November 9th. The tournament will conclude on Monday November the 11th.
What is MICFootball USA?
MICFootball USA is a youth soccer tournament based in Florida, United States. It is a 3 day event that is taking place at Central Broward Regional park. It will bring together some of the best Local, National, and international talent.