What It Takes To Compete In SuperLiga Pakistan
Every club joining SuperLiga Pakistan is expected to meet the same baseline criteria across five areas: sporting, infrastructure, administrative, financial, and conduct.
Sporting Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Squad registration | A registered first-team squad of suitably licensed players, declared before each season. |
| Coaching | A head coach holding a recognised coaching qualification. |
| Youth structure | An affiliated youth structure or development pathway, with a designated coordinator. |
| Local talent | A commitment to fielding age-eligible local players over time. |
Infrastructure Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Home ground | Meets minimum pitch dimensions and playing-surface standards. |
| Floodlighting | Adequate lighting for evening fixtures. |
| Changing facilities | Segregated changing rooms for home team, away team, and match officials. |
| Spectator capacity | A minimum safe spectator capacity, with basic first-aid provision on matchdays. |
| Safety plan | A documented matchday safety and stewarding plan. |
Administrative & Legal Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Legal registration | Registered as a legal entity in Pakistan. |
| Club statutes | A documented club constitution or set of statutes on file with the league. |
| Named officials | A named chairman or president, and a named club secretary. |
| Safeguarding | A designated safeguarding officer for youth players. |
| Ownership disclosure | Clear, on-record club ownership and management structure. |
Financial Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Payables | No overdue payables to players, staff, or other clubs. |
| Financial reporting | Basic annual financial reporting submitted to the league. |
| Funding proof | Evidence of funding sufficient to complete a full season. |
| Contract disclosure | Transparent disclosure of player contracts to the league. |
| Fees | Timely settlement of any league-imposed fees or fines. |
Code of Conduct
Article 1 — Purpose and Scope. This Code of Conduct applies to all clubs, officials, players, and staff participating in SuperLiga Pakistan. It sets the minimum standards of behaviour and integrity expected of every participant, in connection with league fixtures and in public conduct that reflects on the league.
Article 2 — Integrity of Competition. No club, official, player, or staff member may participate in, facilitate, or fail to report match-fixing, spot-fixing, or betting-related misconduct. Any approach relating to match-fixing or irregular betting activity must be reported to the league within 48 hours. Participants must not bet on any SuperLiga Pakistan fixture, directly or through a third party.
Article 3 — Conduct Towards Officials, Opponents, and Supporters. Participants must treat match officials, opposing clubs, and supporters with respect at all times. Physical or verbal abuse of match officials, opposing players, or supporters is prohibited and subject to disciplinary sanction. Clubs are responsible for the conduct of their own supporters within their home ground.
Article 4 — Non-Discrimination. SuperLiga Pakistan prohibits discrimination of any kind on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, or disability. Clubs must maintain a published anti-discrimination policy and provide equal-opportunity access to trials and youth pathways. Discriminatory conduct by players, officials, or supporters is treated as a serious disciplinary matter.
Article 5 — Reporting and Disciplinary Process. Suspected breaches of this Code should be reported in writing to the league's disciplinary committee. The league will investigate reported breaches and may impose sanctions including fines, point deductions, suspension, or expulsion. Clubs and individuals subject to disciplinary action have the right to written notice of the allegation and an opportunity to respond before a sanction is finalised.
Article 6 — Appeals. A club or individual may appeal a disciplinary decision in writing within 14 days of notification. Appeals are reviewed by a panel not involved in the original decision.
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