Football/Futsal to return to Regional Victoria

Following the Victorian Government's announcement of a relaxation of restrictions in Regional Victoria from 11.59pm tonight (August 9), Football Victoria (FV) are pleased to advise that football/Futsal will be able to recommence across Regional Victoria.

FV notes the following key changes, effective from 11.59pm August 9 for Regional Victoria only, subject to the release of FV's RTP/RTT Conditions:

  • Outdoor football matches in Regional Victoria can return for players of all ages

  • Futsal/indoor football in Regional Victoria can return, subject to density limits for indoor venues

  • No spectators permitted - numbers strictly limited to the minimum number required to facilitate the activity, including coaches, required support staff and one parent per junior participant

  • Overall facility limits apply

  • COVID Check-in Marshals must be on site to ensure attendees check-in

FV is actively seeking further detail in relation to the above and awaits the release of Restricted Activity Directions by the Victorian Government, to complete our Return To Play Conditions.

FV will update our Conditions as quickly as possible upon receipt of this information, to ensure all Clubs and Associations have clarity ahead of this weekend.

Please note: Clubs must not return to training/play until FV’s Return To Play Conditions are released.

FV encourages all Clubs and Associations to commence planning while awaiting these conditions, including sourcing written approval from the landowner (e.g. Council) before training/competition commences. Those Clubs who have teams participating in competitions administered by a Regional Association, should liaise directly with their Member Association.

FV are seeking further clarity on Geelong's current regional status and will communicate to those impacted clubs once the RADs are released.