Perimeter walls around pitches banned after Vigar death

The Football Association has implemented a ban on solid perimeter walls surrounding pitches following a comprehensive safety review. The regulatory change comes in the wake of the death of Billy Vigar, a former Arsenal youth player.

The new safety mandate addresses the hazards posed by rigid structural boundaries close to the playing field, aiming to prevent similar tragedies in grassroots and youth football environments. The ruling requires governing bodies and clubs to adapt pitch layouts to meet the updated safety standards.