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...