The document announces the launch of two new football leagues organized by the Masoomin Football League Association (MFLA): the Masoomin Premier League and the Hassam Memorial Championship. It provides details on league structure, costs, rules, schedules and transportation. It also announces teams for the inaugural season, including Dream Team and Samba FC. The MFLA aims to provide organized competitive football for over 15s and promote participation and discipline.

1. THE MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUE ASSOCIATIONpresents...

2. THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF...THE MOOR GREENPREMIER LEAGUEandTHE HASSAM MEMORIALCHAMPIONSHIP

3. THE MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUE ASSOCIATIONTHE AIM OF THE MFLA IS TO PROVIDE THE SERVICE OF FOOTBALL TO THE MEMBERS (15 and over), IN AS MANY FORMS AS POSSIBLE, IN AN ENJOYABLE, COMPETITIVE AND ORGANISED MANNER, USING WHERE APPROPIATE THE PROFESSIONAL GAME AS A TEMPLATETHE BOARD 2011Chair – Ali Raza MeghjeeVice – Ali DharamshiMembers – Hussein Somji, ImranRajabali, Kashif SheikhMSC Liason – MazarGulamhussein

4. THE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINED2 TIER LEAGUE SYSTEMAll 12 teams will play 6 randomly drawn fixtures over the first 6 weeks of the opening season. At the end of week 6 the TOP 6 teams will be placed in the MASOOMIN PREMIER LEAGUE. The remaining 6 teams will form the MASOOMIN CHAMPIONSHIP.

5. At the end of the season the bottom 2 teams in the MASOOMIN PREMIER LEAGUE will be relegated to the MASOOMIN CHAMPIONSHIP. The team finishing TOP of the MASOOMIN CHAMPIONSHIP will be automatically promoted to the MASOOMIN PREMIER LEAGUE

6. Teams placed 2nd to 5th inclusive in the MASOOMIN CHAPMIONSHIP will then take part in a play-off to determine the second team to be promoted to the MASOOMIN PREMIER LEAGUETHE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINED‘MIDLANDS QUALIFICATION’ The teams finishing 1st and 2nd of the MASOOMIN PREMIER LEAGUE at the end of the season qualify to represent MASOOMIN SPORTS CLUB in a Midlands 5 a-side league next season either at GOALS! Or Powerleague – entrance fee paid for by the MFLA.

7. The qualifying teams may be entered as 2 independent teams or as a single squad depending on player commitment.Please note – The MFLA will may league entrance however weekly match fees must be paid by individual players.

8. THE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINEDTHE MFLA CUPThe MFLA cup is a knockout cup competition for all teams of both leagues to participate in. The Final of the MFLA cup will be the last fixture of the Masoomin Football League Season with the venue of the final yet to be confirmed.

9. The finalists of the MFLA Cup will be seeded and thus will not need to participate in Round One of the competition next season. THE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINEDExternal FixturesThe MFLA understands the need to participate in friendly matches and competition against teams outside our community in order to enhance football ability and discipline.

10. The MFLA will therefore arrange regular 5 a side fixtures for all abilities. Team will be formed by the ‘selection committee’, which for the year 2011 will be the MFLA board.

11. Selection will be based solely on current form and discipline.

12. The MFLA also aims to arrange a minimum of two 11 a-side fixtures during the season.THE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINEDWhen?Football League fixtures will be held every SUNDAY evening 7-9pm where possible. If for any reason (i.e mosque functions) fixtures cannot be played on a Sunday evening, an appropriate alternativewill be arrange and members informed.Where?TO BE CONFIRMED by FRIDAY 15th APRILEither, Powerleague Yardley OrGOALS! Star City

13. THE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINEDCostOnly Members of the Masoomin Sports Club can participate in the Football League.Each Team must pay £10.00 per fixture. The Captains have been given the responsibility to decide how to charge each player in their squad (i.e fringe players can be charged less for playing less minutes)Captains also have the responsibility of collecting the relevant monies from their squad and to pay the £10.00 to the designated MFLA member TEN MINUTES PRIOR TO KICK OFF If any player has genuine difficulty in meeting this cost please do not hesitate to approach any member of the MFLA board in confidence. The MFLA would like to give the opportunity to all to participate regardless of personal circumstance.

14. THE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINEDTransportThe MFLA will provide transport from Mehfil-e-Abbas to Powerleague at 6.30pm every Sunday. Those wishing to make use of this service must inform the MFLA via email to masoominfla@gmail.com , subject – Transport.The MFLA would appreciate drivers to volunteer to help provide this service.

15. THE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINEDMatch Times24 minutes ( 12 minutes per Half )Rules Standard 5 a-side Rules

16. Ball Must be kept below head height – tallest player on the pitch.

17. If the ball goes over head height after striking the goalkeeper, post or cross bar, the ball is still in play.

18. No headers allowed

19. Outfield Players are NOT allowed in the Goalkeeper area.

20. Goalkeepers must roll the ball out under arm and must remain within the Goalkeeper Area.

21. NO BOARDING

22. Players with possession in the corner of the pitch must be given 5 seconds of no pressure to get out.

23. NO SLIDING AT ALL – tackling or interception.

24. The ball must touch two players before being passed back to the goalkeeperTHE LEAGUE/s EXPLAINEDDISCIPLINE – REFEREE’S DECISION IS FINAL!CARDSYellow Card – 5 minutes Sin BinRed Card – Sent OffBANSRed Card (resulting from 2 yellow cards) = 1 Match Ban minimumStraight Red Card = 3 Match Ban minimumThe MFLA BOARD WILL REVIEW INDIVIDUAL CASES WHERE PLAYERS HAVE BEEN SENT OFF AND MAY ISSUE FURTHER PUNISHMENT IF DEEMED NECESSARY.SWEARING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED!THE MFLA WOULD LIKE TO REMIND PLAYERS THAT WE ARE A SPORTS CLUB UNDER THE BANNER OF A MUSLIM SHIA ORGANISATION AND SHOULD ACT ACCORDINGLY IN BOTH OUR VERBAL AND PHYSICAL BEHAVIOUR. NO SWEARING, VIOLENCE OR OFFENSIVE BEHAVIOURWILL BE TOLERATED!

25. THE MASOOMIN METROThe MASOOMIN METRO is the OFFICIAL e-paper of the Masoomin Football League/s. Published weekly readers will find the Latest News and press releases by the MFLA board, along with a review of the last round of fixtures and a look ahead to upcoming fixtures. The Weekly MASOOMIN METRO will also includes ‘ALI D’s TEAM OF THE WEEK’ for both the Premier league and ChampionshipIf you would like to write for The MASOOMIN METRO or join the editorial or media team please contact The MFLA @ masoominfla@gmail.com

26. MEDIA !The press from the MASOOMIN METRO and other local journalists will be present at league fixtures. Captains and player may be asked to give pre/post match interviews either to journalists or TV presenters. All matches will be recorded, players are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO CELEBRATE THEIR GOALS IN FROM OF THE CAMERA , note- emulate more of a Nani/LuaLua celebration as apose to a recent Wayne Rooney celebration please. Removal of shirts in celebration will be punished by a yellow card.

27. KITS !The MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUE ASSOCIATION would like to thank all sponsors for donating towards kits of the NEW MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUESPlease Note – Each played will be given a kit ( excluding Goalkeepers)Players MUST wear the kit to every fixture.If the kit is not work by a team member, that member cannot participate in the fixture.The kit is the property of the MFLA and is loaned to members free of charge for the season providing the kit is return at the season. LOST OR DAMAGED KITS WILL INCUR A CHARGE PAYABLE BY THE INDIVIDUAL OF £15.00Thus it is probably a good idea not to swap shirts at the end of a match !

28. IMPORTANT MESSAGEThe MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUE ASSOCIATION would like to urge all players to maintain a competitive yet disciplined manner.The 2 tier league system has been created to maintain competitiveness however the league is also designed for all to ENJOY football in an organised manner. Please maintain discipline at all times. Ill disciplined will strictly not be tolerated by The MFLA.Remember, although obvious, for one team to win, ONE TEAM MUST LOSE. There is lots to play for during the season – league champions, qualification , promotion, relegation ( avoiding) and The MFLA CUP.

29. IMPORTANT MESSAGEPARTICIPATION /COMMITMENTALOT OF TIME, WORK AND EFFORT HAS GONE INTO SETTING UP THE NEW FOOTBALL LEAGUE ON THIS SCALE, AS WELL AS ALOT OF SPONSORSHIP/DONOR MONIES.THIS LEAGUE WILL ONLY BE A SUCCESS IF YOU THE PLAYERS MAINTAIN COMMITED AND PARTICIPATE THROUGHOUT THE SEASON. A SYSTEM HAS BEEN CREATED SO THAT THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING TO PLAY FOR, THUS PLAYERS HAVE NO EXCUSE TO LOSE INTEREST. WHETHER YOUR TEAM IS WINNING OR LOSING, FOR THE SAKE OF THE FOOTBALL LEAGUE AND REBUILDING OF THE MASOOMIN SPORTS CLUB, ALL PLAYERS ARE SINCERELY URGED TO TAKE FULL PART THROUGHOUT THE SEASON.IF ANY PLAYER FEELS THERE IS ANY DOWNFALL BY THE MFLAIN ORGANISING THE LEAGUE/S OR DURING THE RUNNINGOF THE LEAGUE THROUGHOUT THE SEASON PLEASE CONTACT US.THIS IS NOT A DICTATORSHIP. WE ARE HONOURED TO HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE PRIVELAGE TO RUN YOUR FOOTBALL LEAGUE WITHINYOURSPORTS CLUB

30. TEAMS !The MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUE ASSOCIATION has been overwhelmed by the interest and number of registrations to the new league. A Total of 90 Registrants has led to the formation of 12 teamsThe MFLA board worked along side selected captains to form what they feel are equally balanced teams based on ability. The MFLA has the right to transfer players at its discretion throughout the season. Players are urged to be patient if their team endures a poor start to the season as it will take time for teams to grow and adapt to individual playing styles. The MFLA would like to thank Captains for taking on the responsibility and urge all players to respect their team Captains.On the following slides you will find the official first publication of the teamsfor the NEW MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUEIf your names is not in a teams and you have signed up to The football league, please accept our advance apologies For the error and contact us ASAP on masoominfla@gmail.com

31. DREAM TEAMCHAMPIONS OF THE FIRST EVER MASOOMIN FOOTBALL LEAGUE IN 2009SAME CAPTAIN AS THE TABLE TOPPING ERASQUADALI AKBER MEGHJEE (C)HASSAN VELJI (GK)ZAIN NAQVIZEESHAN JETHAABDULLAHAKIL AHMEDMUDASSIR MUSAALI DHARAMSHI

32. SAMBA FCHOPING TO REPLICATE THE SAMBA RHYTHM AND SUCCESS OF 5 TIME WORLD CHAMPIONS BRAZILSQUADSADIQ IBRAHIM (C)MOSHIN RAMJI (GK)JABIR DHARAMSHIALI HASSAMJAVAD KHAKUHUSSEIN MOLOOKASSIM MIRZA

33. TICKY TACKY FC2003 BIRMINGHAM HERO WITH HIS LAST MINUTE GOAL IN THE MAMT FINAL, CAPTAINS A LEAGUE FOR THE FIRST TIME.....”YEH COM’ON!!!!”SQUADRIZWAN IBRAHIM (C)KONAIN ABBAS (GK)ASGHER HEMRAJAZIM JETHANAWAFHASNEIN KHIMJISAJJAD ALI

34. SOCCEROOSA SOLID SQUAD ASSEMBLED BY CAPTAIN I AFRIDI, SCOUT FROM THE ORIGINAL SOCCEROOS NATIONAL TEAM MAY BE KEEPING WATCH GIVEN THE RECENT FORM DOWN UNDERSQUADINAYAT AFRIDI (C)KAZIM NOORMOHAMMED (GK)TAHA JERAJMOHAMMED JETHAABBAS ISMAILMOHAMMED AQEEL MOLOOSHOAIB LADAKKAZIM PARDHAN

35. BAFANA BAFANAUNLIKELY THAT CAPTAIN ABBAS MEGHJEE WILL BE LEADING HIS TEAM OUT IN SONG/DANCE LIKE THE ORIGINAL BAFANA BAFANA, BUT NO DOUBT THERE IS PLENTY IN THIS SQUAD TO ENTERTAIN THIS SEASONSQUADABBAS MEGHJEE (C) (GK)ALI RAZA MEGHJEESALIM MURAJMOHAMMED ABBAS JIVRAJRAHEEL LADAKMUDASSIS MUSAALI ASGHER NAZARALI

36. TOTAL FOOTBALL UNITEDINSPIRED BY THE GREAT DUTCH PLAYERS, TOTAL FOOTBALL UNITED WILL BE KITTED IN TRADEMARK BRIGHT ORANGE.SQUADFARHAN ZAIDI (C)ALI REZA MAMDANI (GK)SHAHEED LADAKKASIM SUMARALI ABBAS DHALLADR RAHEEL KASSAMALIHUSSEIN WALJIABBAS IBRAHIM

37. KHOJA WANDERERSNO MEMBERS OF THE PREVIOUSLY NAMED KHOJA WANDERERS TEAM IN THE NEW SQUAD. CAPTAIN M WALJI WILL BE HOPING TO CONTINUE THE FORM THE PREVIOUS KHOJA WANDERERS ENDED THE LAST LEAGUE RATHER THAN HOW THEY STARTED ITSQUADMUJTABA WALJI (C)BILAL LADAKYASIN ISMAILMUSAYYAB MUSASIRAJ KASSIMHASNEIN REHEMTULLAHHASSAN WALJI

38. CLIFTON ROVERS FCTHE TASK OF MAINTAINING THE HERITAGE OF CLIFTON ROAD MOSQUE FOOTBALL FALLS ONTO THE SQUAD OF CLIFTON ROVERS FC. KITTED IN TRADITIONAL CLARET AND BLUE!SQUADMUNTAZIR GULAMHUSSEIN (C) (GK)AFZAL HEMRAJMOHAMMED ABBAS RAJANIABBAS NAZARALIYASEEN ALAWIMOHAMMED JAFFERABBAS KANANIMASOOD

39. BLACK CATSFREE TRANSFER FROM MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER, MR K SHEIKH TAKES CHARGE OF HIS FIRST TEAM IN THE MASOOMIN SPORTS CLUB.SQUADKASHIF SHEIKH (C)MUHIBHUSSEIN MUSSA (GK)ASAD GULAMHUSSEINFEISAL SALEMOHAMMEDMUNTAZIR JIVRAJHUSSEIN RAJPARHUSSEIN SOMJIYASSIR PIRMOHAMMED

40. KIWISEXPERIENCE THE KEY FOR CAPTAIN ‘RASH’. NOT SURE HOW WELL THE TRIBAL WAR DANCE ‘THE HAKA’ WILL GO DOWN IN THE KHOJA COMMUNITY – ONLY TIME WILL TELLMOHAMMED ABBAS RASHID (C)ALI SHARIFF (GK)SHABBIR IBRAHIMSHAHID VISRAMKUMAYL DHIRANIABBAS LADAKMAZAR GULAMHUSSEIN

41. GALACTICOSGALACTICOS ‘THE EXPENSIVE ONES’ ONCE ASSOCIATED WITH REAL MADRID, NOW ASSOCIATED WITH MR K MIRZAS SQUAD FOR THE NEW LEAGUE. MR K MIRZA HIMSELF WAS IN FACT A FREE TRANSFER FROM KSIMC GLOUCESTER. WECLOME BACK!SQUADKHAYAM MIRZA (C)MOHAMMED KHATAU (GK)HUSSEIN ABBAS BHARWANIABDUL NASSIMZADEHMOHAMMED HARJEEALY RAJABALIAKIL IBRAHIMHAIDER WALLI

42. BOCA JUNIORSTHE FUTURE OF MASOOMIN SPORTS CLUB ENTER THE NEW LEAGUE AS AN ALREADY ESTABLISHED TEAM MANAGED BY MR MUSADIQ JIVRAJSQUADHUSSEIN ABBAS HASSAM (GK)ZAYN-ALI WALJIKHALIL RAJBHAISHOAIB MEGHJEESHABBAR MEHDISALMAN MUSSAHASSAN KANANIMUNTAZIR HIRJI