Football NewsSky SportsUnverified source· 7 Aug 2026
FA bans brick walls after player's death
A tragic collision leads to new safety rules for hundreds of grounds.
Incident
Billy Vigar died after colliding with a concrete barrier
Date
September 2025
Rule
Solid barriers must be removed or padded
Scope
Around 160 grounds affected
What happened. The FA has published new pitch perimeter criteria banning solid brick or concrete barriers, following the death of former Arsenal youth striker Billy Vigar.
- Vigar was 21 and played for Chichester City.
- The rule applies to National League system and Women's National League.
- Funding will come from FA and Premier League.
“Following the tragic death of Billy Vigar last year, we again highlighted these concerns.”
— PFA spokesperson
Clubs must comply or cover barriers, with matches continuing during the transition.
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