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Football: Finance

Commons · Question 23927 · Tabled 14 Jan 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 21 Jan 2025

Question

Asked by Louie French

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the Football Association's decision to scrap FA cup replays on the financial sustainability of (a) EFL teams and (b) non-league football te

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 21 Jan 2025

The Government recognises the emotive and financial significance of the FA Cup, especially for smaller clubs.The matter of FA Cup scheduling, including replays, is ultimately a matter for the football authorities. We expect the FA and Premier League to co...