What does WAFF mean in FOOTBALL

The World Amputee Football Federation (WAFF) is a global organization dedicated to the development of amputee football worldwide. It was founded in 2006 with the goal of promoting and developing amputee football at all levels, from recreational to professional. WAFF works with organizations around the world to promote and support amputee football, and its mission is to ensure that everyone has access to the sport regardless of their physical abilities.

WAFF works with both local and national organizations to promote the game of amputee football around the world. This includes providing resources such as training materials, equipment, and funding for teams, as well as advocating for more awareness and acceptance of amputee football in different countries. WAFF also organizes international tournaments, which serve as an opportunity for both competitive play and cultural exchange between teams from around the world.

Players must be at least 16 years old to play internationally or compete in any events organized by WAFF. However, there are no age restrictions when it comes to recreational or local games — children under 16 are welcome!

Yes! While most players participate in recreational or local games, there is also an opportunity for competitive play at a professional level. WAFF supports several competitions each year including national leagues and international tournaments that bring together the top players from across the globe.

Yes — all teams must meet certain criteria before competing in any tournament organized by WAFF. This includes having at least 10 registered players, having two certified coaches who have completed mandatory training courses provided by WAFF, and demonstrating commitment to fair play rules established by the organization.

The basic equipment you will need includes protective gear such as shin guards or ankle-length socks, cleats or comfortable shoes, shorts/long pants along with a jersey or shirt with numbers on it, and finally a good pair of all-weather gloves designed specifically for amputees who use prostheses. In addition, you may want to invest in other items such as water bottles or special sticks that help you kick the ball further downfield (depending on your disability).

Yes — players are only allowed up to three prosthetic limbs during a game. This rule applies even if one player has multiple amputations on one side; they cannot wear more than three prosthetics while playing on the field.

Yes — through its various programs, WAFF provides financial assistance to teams looking to cover travel expenses or purchase specialized equipment needed by their players. It also offers various grants and scholarships specifically geared towards helping individual athletes participate in international tournaments.

If your team has fewer than seven available players due injuries prior to starting a match then your team forfeits that match according to rule 7a of the official rules laid out by WAFF.