Welcome to the Pitch! Whether you're a seasoned striker of banter or just warming the bench, we're thrilled to have you in the squad. To keep this community clean, fair, and free of unnecessary red cards, we play by a few ground rules.
Read them carefully, keep them in mind, and let's keep the match flowing nicely.
1. Fair Play First (Respect Your Opponents)
We’re all supporters of the same beautiful game here. Disagreements happen that’s what VAR is for but personal attacks, harassment, hate speech, and toxic abuse will earn you an immediate red card and a permanent ban. Attack the argument, not the player. No studs-up tackles on your fellow members.
2. Keep It Onside (Relevance & Categories)
Don't launch a long-ball rant about your favorite kitchen appliances in the general chat. Post your topics in the correct channels (tactics, match threads, general banter, etc.). Off-topic posts are messy and ruin the buildup.
3. No Simulation (Honesty & Integrity)
Don't dive, don't spread fake news, and don't try to trick the referee (the mods). If you're sharing stats, transfer rumors, or opinions, keep it real. Misinformation or deliberate trolling to incite a riot will be penalized.
4. Play the Ball, Not the Man (Healthy Debate)
Passion is what makes football great, but screaming into the void won't change anyone's mind. Heated debates are welcome, but if a thread turns into a brutal Sunday league brawl, the mods will step in and blow the whistle. Keep your cool under pressure.
5. Watch Your Language (The Family Stand)
A little bit of frustration after a 90th-minute penalty is understandable, but keep the profanity at a reasonable level. Avoid excessive swearing, NSFW content, or overly crude language. Grandma sits in the front row of the virtual stands, too.
6. No Match-Fixing or Spamming (Self-Promotion)
Dropping random links to your crypto scheme, shady betting sites, or unrelated spam gets you intercepted and cleared out of the box instantly. If you want to share content, make sure it adds value to the community first.
7. Respect the Ref (Moderator Decisions)
The moderation team works hard to keep the pitch playable. If a moderator gives you a warning or locks a thread, don't throw your water bottle or start a pitch invasion. If you genuinely think a decision was a howler, take it up via private message arguing publicly with the ref only gets you a yellow card.
Step onto the pitch, respect the rules, and let’s enjoy the game. Enjoy your stay, and may your team win this weekend!