Tournament Rules

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1.Player Eligibility

Minimum Age: All participants must be at least 18 years old.
Professional Players: Professional players are strictly prohibited from participating. Any team found fielding a professional player will automatically forfeit the match and lose all related points.
Former Players: Former players are eligible only if a minimum of one (1) year has passed since their official departure from the Egyptian Football Association.
Player Additions: Each team may register one (1) additional player throughout the tournament.
This addition is permitted only during the group stage and must occur prior to the start of the
semi-finals.

Fighting or brawling: Suspension for at least 2 matches, and may reach permanent exclusion. The decision is made by the referees committee and MR. LEAGUE management.
Entering the field or approaching the referee for argument: Direct dismissal.
Any abuse or disrespect to referees: Red card + possible suspension or exclusion.
Unsportsmanlike behavior towards teammates, opponents, or coaching staff: Direct red card.
Smoking: Prohibited inside or around the pitch.

– Points:

– In case of equal points:

Draw decided by the referees committee and MR. LEAGUE management.

Discipline:

Red card:

No substitute is allowed for the sent-off player.
The player who receives a red card automatically misses the next match.
In case of misconduct or abuse, penalties may increase by decision of the referees committee and MR. LEAGUE management.

Any team that withdraws from the league is automatically banned from the next season entirely, with no right to apply for an exception.
All its results in the current season are canceled as if the team never participated.
Player statistics from canceled matches are completely deleted from official records.
In case of withdrawal during a match: the opponent team is considered the winner by 3–0, unless the actual result is greater.

Every player must disclose any injury or health condition before registering in the tournament.
If a player fails to disclose a condition that affects safety, MR. LEAGUE management has the right to exclude him if his condition is deemed dangerous.
MR. LEAGUE is not responsible for injuries or pre-existing health issues that may occur during participation.
Participation in the tournament is entirely at the player’s own risk.

Each team must have:

Coach/Manager: Responsible for technical and administrative aspects, substitutions, and communication with referees outside the field.
Captain: Leadership role only on the pitch, responsible for motivation and organizing players during play.
The coach and captain must be officially registered before the start of the season and cannot be changed without the organizer’s approval.
Official team roster = Minimum 15 players, Maximum 20 players (11 starters + substitutes).
Any team with fewer than 15 players are not allowed to participate.
Any team missing 2 matches during the season is disqualified entirely.
Final player roster must be registered at least 3 weeks before the tournament starts. After registration, no additions or changes are allowed.

Official team list (11 starters + substitutes + coach + captain) must be submitted before kickoff.
Any team that is more than 15 minutes late to kickoff loses 3–0.
Minimum to start a match = 7 players (6 + goalkeeper).
Teams must wear their official registered uniform, with clearly numbered shirts.
Long socks are mandatory.
Metal studs are prohibited.
Wearing accessories (rings, chains, bracelets, etc.) is prohibited.
Before kickoff, no player is allowed to wear a different shirt than his registered one, to preserve names and numbers.

Play with spirit: MR. LEAGUE competition is fun but respect comes first.
Fair play: Respect teammates and opponents, don’t let anything spoil the atmosphere.
Respect referees: Their decisions are final and they are part of the game’s success.
Positive speech only: No abuse or threats. Playing with MR. LEAGUE spirit = Always respect.
Team spirit: Mistakes are part of the game, support your team and stay positive all the time.
End with sportsmanship: Whether you win or lose, shake hands with the referee and the opponent, and enjoy the moment as part of MR. LEAGUE.

Fair Play Award: Given to the team that shows the best sportsmanship throughout the season, based on cards, player behavior, and respect.
Best Fans Award: Given to the team with the most interactive and enthusiastic fans, appreciating both team and supporters.
MVP of the Match: Best player chosen in each match based on performance + sportsmanship.
Team Spirit Points: Awarded for sportsmanship and discipline in each match, accumulating to decide the Fair Play Award at season end.

Note: These awards are official within MR. LEAGUE but additional to official rankings and medals, aiming to enhance competition and sportsmanship.