The FA has released key dates for the forthcoming season. These are subject to further approval of the Government and the Sports Ground Safety Authority:
The Ebac Northern League is at Step 5-6:
Start Dates:The following start dates are proposed for the commencement of the 2020-21 Season and conditional on Spectator Approval;
Step 5 and 6: From Saturday, 5th September 2020 **Discussions to take place with Step 5 and 6 Leagues to determine each Competition start date, noting The FA Cup EP Round will be held on Tuesday, 1st September 2020.
FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round: Tuesday, 1st September 2020
FA Cup Preliminary Round:Saturday, 12th September 2020
FA Cup 1st Qualifying Round:Tuesday, 22nd September 2020
FA Vase 1st Qualifying Round:Saturday, 19th September 2020
FA Vase 2nd Qualifying Round:Saturday, 10th October 2020
End date for the season: No later than Saturday, 15th May 2021