‘Ridiculous’ reason FIFA won’t let Scottish boy play for U15 team

Louis Scott is in boarding school in Lancashire, and would like to play for nearby Cadley FC.

FIFA may be busy dealing with worldwide headlines regarding corruption in the organisation, but it is still determined to enforce certain rules, no matter how ludicrous the circumstances.

In order to stop European clubs poaching potential stars from Africa and South America, there are strict rules in place around registering young players in countries other than where their parents live.