Guardian Guide
Guardian's Guide to FootyLineup
Your child's club uses FootyLineup to manage teams, matches, and communications in one place. Here's everything you need to get started and stay connected.
What you can do with FootyLineup
Mark availability
Tell the coach in seconds whether your child can make a match or training session.
Make payments
Pay club subs and match fees securely online — no cash, no chasing.
View lineups
See your child's position, playing time, and team formation for every match.
Track stats
Follow your child's goals, assists, and ratings across the whole season.
Manage documents
Upload and access consent forms and important club documents.
Stay informed
Receive match details, venue info, and club announcements in one place.
Getting started, step by step
Receive your invitation
Your child's club will send you an email invitation with a unique link to join FootyLineup. It comes from the club administrator or a coach and is completely free to accept.
- A friendly email with your personal invitation link
- Zero costs or hidden fees
- A personal welcome message from your club
Tip: Can't find it? Check your spam or junk folder, then ask the club to resend.
Create your free account
Click the link and you'll land on a simple sign-up page. The whole process takes under two minutes.
- Your email address
- A password you'll remember
- No payment card required
Why it matters: Your account is the single secure place for all of your child's football information.
Confirm your child's details
Once you're in, you'll see your child's profile already set up by the club. Give it a quick check.
- Verify their name and age group
- Confirm their squad or team
- Fill in any missing information
Peace of mind: You stay in control of your child's information and can update it at any time.
Mark availability
Instead of replying to group messages, mark your child's availability in a few taps.
- See upcoming matches and training sessions
- Tap Available or Unavailable for each event
- Coaches see responses in real time
- Change your answer anytime if plans change
The benefit: No more "Can they make it?" messages. Everyone knows where they stand so coaches can plan properly.
Make payments
When subs or match fees are due, you'll get a notification and can pay securely in seconds.
- See exactly what's owed and the due date
- Pay securely through the platform
- Receive instant confirmation
- View your full payment history
Transparent: No awkward conversations about outstanding fees — you always know what you've paid and what's coming.
View match lineups and stats
Watch your child's football journey unfold with match information and performance data.
- Match lineups and formations
- Your child's position and playing time
- Team results and seasonal performance
- Goals, assists, and ratings over time
Share the journey: Your child can see their own progress — concrete things to celebrate together after each game.
Access from any device
FootyLineup works on all your devices so you're never out of touch.
- iPhone or Android phone
- Tablet
- Laptop or desktop computer
- Any modern web browser — no app download required
Always up to date: Whether you're at work, home, or on the sidelines, the same information is at your fingertips.
Why parents love FootyLineup
Everything in one place
No more juggling multiple apps, group chats, and email threads — it's all here.
Saves you time
Mark availability in seconds, pay in a few taps, and get answers without searching.
Stays organised
Never miss a match because you forgot to check three different places for the kick-off time and venue.
Keeps you involved
See your child's progress, celebrate their games, and stay part of their football journey.
Peace of mind
Know that the club has professional tools, keeping your child safer and your data secure.
Replaces the group chat
All club communication is structured and official — no more noise from 40-person WhatsApp groups.
Common questions
Does it cost anything?
What if I don't receive the invitation email?
Can both parents have separate accounts?
What if I have more than one child in the club?
Is my information secure?
What if I'm not confident with technology?
Ready to get started?
If your club uses FootyLineup, check your inbox for an invitation link. If you haven't received one, contact your club administrator.
- Check your email for the invitation from your club
- Click the link and create your free account
- Confirm your child's details
- Mark their availability for upcoming events
- Relax — you're organised and connected
