Petition · past parliament
Reverse the decision to scrap FA Cup replays
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
Reverse the decision made on 18th April by the FA and Premier League to scrap FA Cup replays
fA Cup replays are absolutely crucial to both EFL and non-league football clubs. The decision, made without their knowledge threatens the very existence of community assests
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
We can only accept petitions about things the Government or Parliament are directly responsible for.
Decisions about arrangements for football matches and tournaments are a matter for the football authorities, not the UK Government or Parliament.
Decisions about arrangements for football matches and tournaments are a matter for the football authorities, not the UK Government or Parliament.
Timeline
| 18 Apr 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 23 Apr 2024 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
23 Apr 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.