FTP & 3G Information
IN RECENT YEARS FOOTBALL HAS SEEN HUGE INNOVATIONS AND INVESTMENT IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ARTIFICIAL SURFACES.
3G Football Turf Pitches (FTPs) now allow the game to be played on surfaces that replicate the playing qualities of good quality natural grass pitches whilst increasing the levels of use. The success of these surfaces can be seen in their use in major competitions including the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League and FA Cup.
The 3G Pitch Register ensures that Clubs/Organisations using 3G’s, meet the Performance Standards required to play affiliated football on artificial surfaces. Once the organisation responsible for the pitch have completed the appropriate tests (see technical information links below), The FA will review the test report and determine whether the pitch meets the Performance Standards.
Should the pitch meet the Performance Standards, the pitch will be added to the Register for three seasons at steps 7 and below in addition to the one in which it was approved) and one season for clubs at step 1 to 6 or until the synthetic turf surface is replaced whichever comes first.
The Pitch will need to be tested every three years at steps 7 and below and each year for clubs at steps 1 to 6 to remain on the Register.
Please see below links for useful technical information.