This document is prepared by the Executive Committee of the Eritrean Sports Federation in North America (ERSFNA) to assist soccer coaches, managers, team representatives and trainers of participating teams in understanding the rules of ERSFNA’s Annual Soccer Tournament and to help teams excel during the competitions. Complete comprehensive understanding of the rules and regulations will be essential to the success of winning teams. All team leaders are urged to read thoroughly so that there is no misunderstanding of the rules and regulations that will govern ERSFNA’s annual tournament. It is our goal to bring information of value closer to our coaches and players so we can avoid misunderstandings during the tournament.

Except where modified, the General Rules of Play of ERSFNA’s annual tournament shall be the FIFA “LAWS OF THE GAME” and “UNIVERSAL GUIDE FOR REFEREES WITH USSF SUPPLEMENT” in the latest English edition. Any modification, correction, or amendment to the ERSFNA Tournament Regulations shall be approved by a majority vote of the members of ERSFNA attending a General Meeting.

IGNORANCE OF THESE RULES WILL NOT BE AN EXCUSE OR CONSIDERED TO BE PROPER GROUNDS FOR ANY PROTEST.

Executive Committee
Eritrean Sports Federation in North America

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