The Southern Amateur League (SAL) organises football for over 150 teams each weekend on Saturdays and Sundays. The top division of the League - Senior Division 1 - is one of the strongest amateur leagues in England with the League representative team winning the FA Inter-League Cup (and subsequently representing England in the UEFA Regions Cup) 2008 and becoming a regular in the quarter- and semi-finals of the competitions since.
But the League doesn't just cater to top level amateur football. Its clubs run as many as 9 teams in 16 divisions, catering for all abilities. This provides a pathway for aspiring players to work their way up the League.
The League and its clubs strive to for sporting excellence but sportsmanship and hospitality are also priorities. Referees are part of our community and are treated as such.
Clubs
If you're interested, use the form below to make contact and League Secretary, Ayyaz Ishaque, will get back to you within 48 hours. There is no commitment by submitting this form, and you can ask any questions like.
Players
We have over 150 teams playing on Saturdays (open age) and Sundays (vets). If you would like to join one of our clubs visit the Club Locator page to find your nearest club.
Referees
We need over 100 match officials every weekend to cover the fixtures we organise. The fee for 2024-25 is £50 for referees and £45 for assistants. The League and its clubs strive to for sporting excellence but sportsmanship and hospitality are also priorities. Referees are part of our community and are treated as such. Our clubs and players want referees to be a part of the social make-up, and to enjoy their experience with us.
If you are interested in signing up please complete the form, below:
