So what is this world record attempt...?
It's simple - we aim to break the world record for the longest continuous football match ever using 2 squads of only 18 players. The current record according to Guinness World Records stands at 33 hours 36 minutes. We are aiming for 40 hours plus.
Now when we say it's simple it's not really! There are a lot of rules and if you want to find out more (in summary) as to what these are read on...
Now when we say it's simple it's not really! There are a lot of rules and if you want to find out more (in summary) as to what these are read on...
- Players not playing for either team must remain by the pitch side and not leave the area throughout the game. For example those off for a while to rest / sleep must do this pitchside.
- Only 18 players are allowed in each squad. Basically we have to cover the normal rules of a football match throughout the whole game.
- A 5 minute break is earned for each hour played. Breaks can be accumulated e.g after 4 hours continuous play; a 20 minute break can be had.
- An official break is the only time a player can leave the pitch or pitchside area
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