EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 16 MIN
FutureFit or Future Chaos? Why the FA's 3v3 Revolution Will Make or Break
from The Modern Football Club · host Wilks Williams
The FA is mandating 3v3 football for all Under-7s from August 2026. No goalkeepers. No referees. No league tables. And most grassroots clubs still aren't ready.In this episode I break down exactly what the change is, why the FA made it, what it means practically for your club — and give you my honest take on whether it's actually going to work.What we cover:What the FutureFit framework is and the research behind itWhat 3v3 actually looks like on a Saturday morningThe three challenges nobody's talking aboutWhat the best clubs will do differently before AugustMy honest verdict — right call, wrong execution?Whether you're a club secretary, coach, chairman, or football parent — this one's for you.🔗 Resources mentioned:FA FutureFit Digital Content Hub — https://www.englandfootball.com/futurefitFootball Foundation Goal Funding — https://footballfoundation.org.ukEngland Football Learning (3v3 Coaching Resources) — https://learn.englandfootball.com360Player (Club Management Platform) — https://en-us.360player.com📌 Timestamps: 00:00 — Cold Open 02:30 — What is FutureFit? 06:00 — How 3v3 works on matchday 11:00 — The challenges nobody's talking about 17:00 — What the best clubs will do differently 22:00 — My honest take 27:00 — Close & final thoughtIf you found this useful, share it with someone at your club who needs to hear it. A coach, a chairman, a parent. The more clubs that go into 2026-27 prepared, the better it is for the kids.Subscribe for weekly content on grassroots football, club management, and the business of running a football club.
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