Changing Venue/Kick Off Time

Changing Venue/Kick Off Time

Overview

This guide explains how Club Secretaries can update a fixture venue and/or kick-off time using the FA Full-Time system.

All fixture changes must be completed through Full-Time Admin to ensure that:

  • the opposition team is notified; and
  • the referee (if assigned) receives the update.

1. Accessing Full-Time Admin

1.1 Login

To begin, log into Full-Time Admin:

  • Go to: fulltime-admin.thefa.com
  • Enter your login credentials

2. Updating a Fixture

2.1 Navigate to Fixtures

Once logged in:

  • Select Fixtures
  • Click Update Fixtures

2.2 Locate the Fixture

  • Find the fixture you wish to amend
  • Click Edit next to the relevant match

3. Changing Kick-Off Time

3.1 Update Time

  • Use the kick-off time dropdown
  • Select the correct time for the fixture

Ensure the selected time complies with league rules and any agreed arrangements.


4. Changing Venue

4.1 Select Venue

  • Use the Venue dropdown
  • Choose the correct venue where the match will be played

4.2 If the Venue Is Not Listed

If the required venue does not appear in the dropdown:

Do not proceed with an incorrect or placeholder venue.


5. Saving Changes

5.1 Submit Update

Once all changes have been made:

  • Click Update

5.2 Automatic Notifications

After updating, the system will automatically send an email to:

  • the opposition team; and
  • the referee (if one has been assigned)

6. Important Notes

6.1 Always Use Full-Time

All changes to:

  • kick-off times; and
  • venues

must be made via Full-Time Admin to ensure proper communication.

6.2 Check Before Updating

Before making any changes, ensure:

  • both teams have agreed (where required);
  • the new venue is available;
  • the kick-off time complies with league rules.

Quick Reference Summary

Steps to Update a Fixture

  1. Log into Full-Time Admin
  2. Go to Fixtures → Update Fixtures
  3. Click Edit on the relevant match
  4. Update:
    • Kick-off time
    • Venue
  5. Click Update

Key Reminders

  • Notifications are sent automatically after updating
  • Do not use incorrect venues
  • Email for new venues:
    chris.brown@ncyfl.co.uk